PUBLIC WARNING RE. INDUSTRIAL
VACUUM CLEANERS
Dear Watch Member,
PUBLIC WARNING RE. INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
By Corporate Communication Dept
POLICE are warning members of the public not to go near two stolen industrial vacuum cleaners which have been contaminated with asbestos.
The two yellow Numatic vacuum cleaners with reference numbers H2D572 with an identity mark B2705 and H2D570 with the identity mark B1712, were taken from a commercial premises that is undergoing demolition on the old Godfrey Davis Ford Garage site on the London Road, Welwyn Bypass, Welwyn.
The vacuum cleaners look like domestic machines and police are concerned they could be offered for sale via markets, car boot sales or other means.
Police are warning the public that if they see these machines anywhere they should not touch them. The contents of the machine could pose a serious risk to health if inhaled. Asbestos dust is extremely dangerous and the machines should not be approached by anyone who is not wearing very specific protective clothing.
If anyone has any knowledge of the whereabouts
of these machines, they should ring 999. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers
anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Regards,
David Aylett
County Administrator
Neighbourhood Watch
Email: david.aylett@herts.pnn.police.uk
Tel: 01707638873