#Pickpocketing

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Roam Research
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

I'm a Travel Security Expert, and These 4 Essential Items Can Keep You From Being Pickpocketed Abroad-From $9

Always remain vigilant and consider safety items to protect against theft while traveling.
Europe news
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

I'm an American Living in Italy-These Are the 6 Travel Scams I Warn My Friends and Family About in Europe

Safety concerns among tourists in Europe are often exaggerated; violent crime is less common than in the U.S., but petty crime exists.
#travel-safety
E-Commerce
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Solo Traveled for 20 Years, and These Are the 15 Safety Essentials I've Brought to 70 Countries-From $11

Traveling solo requires vigilance and the right safety gear to reduce the risk of theft and personal harm.
#pickpocketing
fromAol
4 months ago
New York City

Crafty pickpockets swipe dozens more phones from NYC music venues

Digital life
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the No. 1 Thing Pickpockets Are Targeting Now, According to Rick Steves-and No, It's Not Your Wallet

Travelers should be aware that smartphones are now prime targets for pickpockets due to the rise of cashless transactions.
fromAol
4 months ago
New York City

Crafty pickpockets swipe dozens more phones from NYC music venues

London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Met on Faberge egg hunt after items worth 2m poached from Soho pub

A pickpocket stole a £2 million Faberge egg and watch from a Soho pub in November 2024, and police are still attempting to recover the valuable items.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Same hands, same crimes: Over half of pickpockets cuffed by special police unit are recidivists, NYPD says amNewYork

More than half of the NYPD Citywide Pickpocket Unit's 2025 arrests involved repeat offenders, despite an overall decrease in pickpocket activity.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago

I've Lived in Paris For 10+ Years-and This Is the No. 1 Travel Tip to Remember When Visiting France

Emily in Paris paints the French capital through rose-colored glasses. Just as you probably aren't prancing around New York City in Manolo Blahnik stilettos and a tutu à la Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, Parisians are much more toned-down than Emily-and you'll rarely see designer labels flashing loudly on bags or fine jewelry from the likes of Dior.
Fashion & style
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago

Watch: Moment armed 'pickpocket' is tackled by martial arts champion on London Underground

Ivan Skoko, a 29-year-old Croatian black belt, wrestled and detained an alleged pickpocket on Borough Tube, holding him for 25 minutes until police arrived.
New York City
fromShore News Network
7 months ago

Duo wanted after Staten Island man pickpocketed in store

Two men allegedly distracted and pickpocketed a 43-year-old man inside a Staten Island business and fled; police are seeking information.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
7 months ago

After I Was Pickpocketed Abroad, I Only Wear Crossbody Bags-Shop 8 Styles Perfect for Fall Travel From $9

A hands-free, anti-theft crossbody bag secures valuables, deters pickpocketing, and offers travel-friendly organization and style.
fromShore News Network
7 months ago

Duo wanted after Staten Island man pickpocketed in store

Staten Island, NY - Two men are being sought after allegedly distracting and robbing a 43-year-old man inside a Staten Island business earlier this week, police said. The incident occurred Monday around 7:30 p.m. inside a commercial establishment at 341 Port Richmond Avenue. According to police, one man approached the victim and asked him a question while a second man reached into the victim's front pocket and removed cash without permission. The pair then fled on foot toward an unknown location. No injuries were reported.
New York City
London
fromTime Out London
8 months ago

The most crime ridden tube stations in London have been revealed for 2025

Crime on TfL networks rose slightly in Jan–Jun 2025 to 23,819 incidents, with the tube accounting for the majority and robbery/pickpocketing prevalent.
fromwww.cbc.ca
10 months ago

Hold onto your phone: Toronto police warning of pickpocketing at festivals | CBC News

Toronto police reported 150 stolen phones during the Pride festival. The issue stems from summer clothing habits, increasing the risk of pickpocketing.
Toronto
London politics
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
10 months ago

'Ilford has a problem with gangs pickpocketing shoppers - here's how I'm tackling it'

In Ilford, pickpocketing is a significant issue, often involving criminals from across Europe.
Sgt Jamie Warner's team focuses on crime prevention through plain-clothes patrols.
London food
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago

Man assaulted after attempting to stop pickpockets in Oxford Circus

A man was assaulted after intervening in a pickpocketing incident at Oxford Circus, recovering a stolen wallet before being attacked.
Paris food
fromDefector
11 months ago

All The Trains I Rode In France | Defector

Pickpocketing in Paris often targets tourists, especially those perceived as vulnerable, highlighting a common street phenomenon.
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