Kilbirnie.Police say the man turned up unannounced claiming he was there to service the central heating.The individual, who appears to have distinctive features and spoke with a local accent, tried to get into the property but the 49-year-old woman prevented him from doing so.An appeal for information was issued last night by police who have now warned residents to be on their guard.Detective Constable James Wales of Saltcoats police station, said: "The man attempted to force his way into the house but was prevented by the victim, which left her shaken but unhurt by the incident.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at.
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