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1. Don’t Be Distracted Just Because Someone Appears Trustworthy
Most pickpocketing instances are crimes of opportunity, Arno said.
“It’s more about [people] not paying attention. … Victims make it easy for the thief,” he said. “[Thieves] all say they love the person who is lackadaisical. They can practically smell them.”
2. If It’s Easy for You to Get Into, It’s Easy for Thieves Too
Instead of leaving your purse or backpack in the cart or hanging off a chair at a restaurant, Arno suggested carrying it under your arm or keeping it in front of you.
“If I’m feeling at all threatened I have it up front,” he said.
3. Keep Everything in Your Line of Sight
Never, ever leave your purse or bag in the shopping cart and walk away from it, Arno said. It will make you a prime targetSpeed Dating Dating Service.