Police in North East England have warned church leaders about a fraudster who is posing as a missionary.
It is believed a man, described as a white South European male, around 6ft tall, with dark brown hair and of medium build is working his way round hotels and churches where he explains that he is an ill missionary.
The conman recently visited the United Reform Church in Redcar and spoke with the Minister. He explained that his wife had passed away in Kenya but his son was on his way over from Canada and would settle any bills and money he owed.
After being given money to pay for bills and food it is claimed he then stayed in a local bed and breakfast where he ran up a bill and left with the keys to the property.
Cleveland police say that man has now left the area and could be anywhere in the country.
They are urging clergy to be vigilant and anyone with information regarding the suspect is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Alternatively, log on to www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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