STAFFORDSHIRE Police are warning business owners to be vigilant if they are contacted by a company selling advertising space, claiming their publication has been supported by the force.

Police chiefs have stressed Staffordshire Police is not associated with any publications that approach businesses for advertising and they are urging business bosses to make informed decisions before agreeing to advertise in any publication.

For more information or advice on crime prevention go to the force's new website www.staffordshire.police.uk