#pickpocketing

#pickpocketing

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.

Toronto police reported 150 stolen phones during the Pride festival. The issue stems from summer clothing habits, increasing the risk of pickpocketing.