POLICE area appealing for information over an attempt to con an elderly resident out of cash.
The incident happened in Roach Avenue, Rayleigh, yesterday.
A man had previously completed some work on gutters in March and was paid £250.
But he returned yesterday morning and demanded further payment of £200.
When he was refused he said he would get bailiffs to seize her furniture.
Police want to speak to a man captured on CCTV in connection with the incident.
Anyone with information should contact PC 1325 Steve Joynes at Rayleigh on telephone 101 ext 490126.
Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
The incident was brought to the attention of the police by the local Neighbourhood Watch group.
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