Rogue traders have been targeted in Dyfed Powys in a joint operation between Dyfed Powys Police and trading standards as part of an all-Wales day of action.

Operation Rogue Trader, on April 22, was aimed to target those persons who call at people's homes and by means of deception, over-charge by extortionate amounts for work they have purportedly undertaken.

Officers from across the force took part in this intelligence targeted operation, and as a result, 92 vehicles were stop-checked, four vehicles were seized, two people were arrested for possession of drugs and 26 offences were identified, including two trading standards offences.

Neighbourhood policing teams throughout the force were also out and about talking to vulnerable communities on how to prevent them falling victim to rogue traders.

Detective Superintendent Simon Powell said: "These criminals often a target the most vulnerable people in our communities.

"This operation was aimed at disrupting those committing such offences and also to offer prevention advice in our communities in a bid to prevent people falling victim.

"The clear message I want to give is that if rogue traders think they are safe to operate within Dyfed and Powys, then they should think again."