Police are warning children a popular prank game might land them in hot water.
Officers took to Facebook to warn about "Knock-a-door-run" after reports from residents this week.
They say people repeatedly targeted can suffer an enormous amount of stress and upset.
And they're now warning youngsters could end up with a criminal record if innocent fun turns into antisocial behaviour.
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