POLICE have issued a warning after attempts were made to over-charge an elderly man for gardening work.

On Tuesday the pensioner from Ettrickbridge agreed for two men to carry out work on his garden.

But they hit him with an inflated bill and then went with him to a bank to withdraw money.

PC Nick Walker said: "They persuaded the victim to drive to the bank to withdraw significant funds for payment.

"Fortunately, vigilant bank staff have become suspicious and no money has changed hands and the matter has been reported to Police.

"The matter is currently under investigation by Police and Trading Standards."

The two men are travelling in a white LDV van.

Police recommend not to engage with any doorstep cold-callers selling goods or services.