A suspected rogue trader in Ramsgate has been arrested following reports of fraud.

The victims are said to have paid out considerable amounts of money for substandard work.

It is alleged that incomplete and unsatisfactory building and maintenance work has been carried out at two properties in Ramsgate and one in Folkestone between February and March this year.

Fraud investigators arrested a homeless 29-year-old man on Wednesday, April 25 in Spencer Square at around 11am on suspicion of fraud by false representation.

He has been bailed until Thursday, May 17.

Detective constable Mark Newman said: "Rogue traders often put pressure on their victims who then agree to work that isn't really required.

"Furthermore the work carried out is usually of poor quality and costs a lot of money.

"Sadly victims are usually elderly and vulnerable and can find themselves easily drawn in by doorstep callers or companies that make false promises.

"Before agreeing to any work being carried out it is always a good idea to obtain quotes from several reputable companies."

Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of fraud should make contact with police as soon as possible by calling 101.