CRIMINALS are selling televisions from Newport car parks police have warned.

Police in Newport warned people to be cautious when buying goods that look too good to be true, warning that they could be stolen.

People who have bought these discounted televisions have often found that once they get them home and unwrap the packaging, the televisions do not work or have smashed and damaged screens.

Officers are asking people to help reduce this type of crime by not buying items they believe to be stolen after they dealt with 20 reports between February 18 and March 16.

PC Paula Spence explains: “We’ve received reports of televisions being sold cheaply in local supermarket and retail outlet car parks.

“Shoppers are being approached and asked if they want to buy a cheap television.

“People are agreeing to the deal and paying cash however when they get home and look at the televisions, they are faulty.

“If you’re not buying goods from a legitimate business or sale and have a receipt, you have no way of claiming your money back.

“Buying stolen goods fuels crime and is ultimately illegal.

“The price might seem low to you, but the real price could be that you’re left with a faulty item with no chance of return.

“Also if you buy stolen goods, you are not the legal owner and if it is seized by police you will have no rights to get it back.

“Also, by knowingly buying stolen goods, offenders face a lengthy prison sentence.

“Our message is simple; the seemingly low price is just not worth it.”

If you suspect anyone of selling stolen goods or if you think you see someone looking suspicious and selling these televisions, please report it straight away by calling 101.

Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to the independent charity Crimestoppers by going to crimestoppers-uk.org or calling 0800 555 111.