A scammer posed as a police officer to take a "profound" amount of money from a vulnerable person.

The fraud convincingly told the person over the phone they need to provide cash and valuables to assist with a false investigation.

A courier then came to collect a number of valuables including gold whilst also asking for online bank transfers.

Police say this has been a common tactic by scammers recently targeting vulnerable people in the Princes Risborough area.

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: "Please remember, the police will never ask you for money or valuables to assist with an investigation.

"We would like to remind you to challenge the ID of anyone who contacts you, whether by phone or in person.

"A police officer will always be happy to provide their collar number and ID badge; you can even confirm this with our control room by using 101 and asking to verify the collar number given.

"Please remain vigilant and report any suspected scams to Action Fraud, and never give your personal information away."