DRIVERS in the Alton area are being urged to be aware of a roadside scam.

In the reported cases, motorists have been flagged down by men from a supposedly broken down car. They either asked the victims for cash so that they can buy fuel, or offered jewellery or watches in exchange for cash.

Police are warning that the jewellery is often cheap gold or polished metal and not worth the money they are asked to pay.

It bears similarities to an incident that happened near Winchester in July, it is uncertain whether police are connecting the two.

If you see anything suspicious please call 101 or 999 in an emergency. If possible please provide car registration and descriptions of persons involved.