{"id":68856,"date":"2022-11-04T19:18:30","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T17:18:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/all-news\/some-tips-to-avoid-distraction-theft-and-or-pickpocketing-in-streets"},"modified":"2022-11-04T21:28:49","modified_gmt":"2022-11-04T19:28:49","slug":"some-tips-to-avoid-distraction-theft-and-or-pickpocketing-in-streets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/zimbabwe\/all-news\/some-tips-to-avoid-distraction-theft-and-or-pickpocketing-in-streets","title":{"rendered":"Some Tips To Avoid Distraction Theft And Or Pickpocketing In Streets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>Cases of distraction theft<\/b> and or pickpocketing<\/b> are rising in the streets of Harare with thieves changing their strategies now and then.<\/p>\n

A Pindula News reporter nearly lost a mobile phone to these thieves on the 3rd of November 2022 around 1900 hours while at the intersection of Cameroon st and Jason Moyo Avenue. He narrates:<\/p>\n

I was at the Zebra crossing at the intersection of Jason Moyo and Cameroon around 7 pm. There was a stampede as we raced to cross the road before the cars started moving.<\/p>\n

Somebody stepped on my foot but I didn\u2019t give a damn since there was a commotion. During that commotion, some guy grabbed my arm and shouted, \u201cfamba mushe\u201d [walk properly].<\/p>\n

While he was talking, still grabbing and shaking my arm, I felt a hand being inserted into my right pocket. I escaped the hold and grabbed the guy who was trying to steal.<\/p>\n

Vendors nearby started to gather around saying he should be assaulted.<\/p>\n

I let him loose and left the scene.<\/p>\n

A colleague said he lost his cash in similar circumstances. He narrated:<\/p>\n

Someone did exactly that to me and I didn\u2019t have a clue what was happening. I only realised the guy had stolen my money later on. It happened corner of Speke Avenue and Cameroon Street.<\/p>\n

The next time another guy attempted it, I was aware. He tried to get my phone and I grabbed his hand and he gave it back to me.<\/p>\n

Crowded places are theft hotspots. You can minimise chances of being robbed by implementing the following tips:<\/p>\n

1). Carry phones in an inside pocket, with your jacket zipped, when you\u2019re in a crowded place.<\/p>\n

2). Keep the headphones tucked away, out of sight, and use them sparingly.<\/p>\n

3). Avoid crowding in the area of a bus, cab, or revolving doors when entering and exiting. Crowded areas are the desired target for thieves due to the congestion.<\/p>\n

4). Use handbags or purses that have a zipper or locking flap. Keep the zipper or locking flap closed when not using your handbag and carry it close to your body.<\/p>\n

5). Carry wallets inside your coat pocket or front pants pocket. Never carry your wallet in your rear pants pocket without a chain or button pocket to secure it.<\/p>\n

6). Beware of loud arguments and commotions in crowded areas. Thieves may stage these incidents to distract you while they pick your pocket or steal from you.<\/p>\n

7). If you are unnecessarily bumped or crowded, be aware that a pickpocket might be responsible and check your valuables.<\/p>\n

8). If you are pickpocketed, alert everyone you can in the immediate area and call the police.<\/p>\n

9). Be on guard if a stranger tries to point something out to you or distract you in any way.<\/p>\n

10). Be careful while banking at an ATM. Pickpockets will try to distract you from what you\u2019re doing so you\u2019ll lower your guard.<\/p>\n

Pickpockets and distraction thefts are much more popular not only in Harare but in all large cities. Always be on your guard and avoid becoming a victim.<\/p>\n

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