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Couple targeted by rogue roofers in Milford Haven — rescued by local hero
A VULNERABLE couple in Milford Haven were left distraught and their home exposed to the elements after rogue roofers climbed onto their property under false pretences — and one reportedly grabbed the arm of 68-year-old Jane Scourfield, who suffers from spinal issues and relies on a walking stick.
The incident happened on Saturday (May 31) at the home of Jane and Dean Scourfield, aged 68 and 58, who live on Pill Road in Milford Haven.
Two men arrived at the property claiming they were there to provide a quote for roof repairs.
Without permission, they climbed onto the roof and began removing tiles, leaving the property damaged and exposed to the weather.
Witnesses said the men were seen in a silver van, and have also been spotted in a bronze or gold coloured SUV.
When Jane challenged the pair, one of the men grabbed her by the arm. She later told police she felt frightened and intimidated. A neighbour who witnessed the incident has confirmed the contact.
Jane, who has a serious spinal condition, relies on a stick to walk and was left shaken by the ordeal. Speaking to The Herald, she said: 'Following this I feel very vulnerable. They are targeting people who are older. They are looking at people who have disabled bars on their houses — we all have these hand rails on Pill Road. It's a vulnerability.'
The man who grabbed her is described as around 5ft 10in, with very bright ginger hair, and believed to be in his late twenties. The second male was a teenager, possibly 18 or younger. Both fled the scene after causing the damage.
The couple were left distressed — but less than 24 hours later, they were contacted by a genuine local roofer, Wayne Rogers of Rogers Roofing, who offered to carry out the repairs at cost, asking only for materials to be covered. He saw the appeal on Facebook and immediately stepped in to help.
Jane and Dean's daughter, Ellen Tamilia, praised their kindness: 'After 24 hours of terrible stress, we have a hero on a white charger coming to our rescue. Thank you so much both for restoring our faith in humankind.'
Wayne Rogers has confirmed that he will carry out the repairs to the couple's roof this week.
Dyfed-Powys Police have been contacted for a statement.
