Men arrested over mis-sold PVC windows and doors

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By David Hunter

Two men have been arrested - on suspicion of mis-selling PVC windows and doors. 

Police say 15 victims have paid out around 50-thousand pounds for item's they haven't recieved in towns across the province. 

The 49 and 50 year-old suspects were detained - following searches in Craigavon and Whitehead yesterday. 

They've been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Detective Sergeant Michelle Adams said: “Both men are suspected of being involved the mis-selling of PVC windows and doors to customers in towns including Portadown, Fermanagh and Newcastle.

"To date, we have identified 15 victims who have paid out around £50,000 for items they never received.

“Following the search of two properties in Craigavon and Whitehead yesterday (Wednesday 25 April), two men, aged 49 and 50, were arrested on suspicion of 16 counts of fraud by misrepresentation and theft.

“A number of items were taken away from the two houses for further examination."

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