POLICE are warning residents to be on their guard after a doorstep conman approached two houses yesterday saying he worked for the waterboard.

He tried to gain entry into the premises claiming the flat above had a leaking washing machine.

Both attempts failed.

A spokesman for Rebridge Police said: "If you have any information or if you are a victim of an incident like this, please contact the police at Ilford Police Station on 8345 2610 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111."

The suspect is described as being a white male, 5’10”, aged approx. 25 to 35 years of age, slim build, ginger hair, and has an Irish accent.