Cuckooing is when criminals take over the home of a vulnerable person, often pretending to be a friend before using the property for criminal activity. More than 1,500 incidents were reported to police in London between May 2025 and April 2026.

Would you know if someone on your street was being cuckooed? Esther was joined by some experts to explain how churches and communities can spot the signs and protect those most at risk.

Released on 15 Jun 2026