TRADING Standards officers are investigating further scam claims following the jailing of a father and son who conned mobility scooter customers out of at least £100,000.

Shane Johnson, 54, and Laurence Johnson, 26, were locked up for 12 months for ripping off eight people aged between 56 and 94.

But Notts County Council's Trading Standards believe the duo could have conned more than three times that number.

The Post has now passed on details to them of another alleged mobility scam operating in the county after being contacted by a member of the public who read our reporting on the Johnsons' conviction.

They have confirmed they are investigating the claim along with others.

Mark Hughes, manager of Notts Trading Standards, said: "We continue to receive complaints and new information relating to the mis-selling of mobility aids in Notts, some of which may lead to action.

"Some businesses use high-pressure sales tactics and do not take enough care to make sure their customers buy a product which is suitable.

"As a result, some people have been sold the wrong products which they are not able to use.

"We advise the public to never make a purchase as a result of a cold call, always have a friend or relative present if a salesperson visits your home, never sign up on the first visit and get several quotes if possible.

"Reputable companies will have no problem with this."

The Johnsons were both jailed for 12 months in July after Nottingham Crown Court heard how they overcharged customers and failed to deliver orders for mobility scooters.

The pair, of Ashby Grove, Kegworth, admitted 12 breaches of consumer protection law relating to their eight victims.

Mr Hughes said cancellation rights should be given to consumers if they sign the contract in their home or anywhere that is not the trader's premise. These rights must be provided in writing and the customer given seven days in which to change their mind.

He added: "If anyone thinks they have been a victim of mis-selling or questionable sales tactics they should call Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06."

The Office of Fair Trading is due to announce the results of a review into the mobility aids industry later this month, which may lead to greater regulation.