Pickpocketing is an act of stealing wallets or purses containing in it valuables like money and personal information such as credit card, driver s license, and social security card in order to utilize it for personal benefits. It has become a serious crime in the US, as pickpocketing may sometimes result in identity theft, causing huge amount of loss to the owner. According to the studies by the credit card companies, majority of identity theft occurring in the US is obtained through stolen wallets. In fact, the after effects of pick-pocketing may be sometimes severe, as in some instance thieves may use identity of the victim to open a new account or take loan, however leaving credit in the victim s name. Discussed further in this article are some tips to help you prevent pick-pocketing as well as identity theft.
Pickpocketers usually target you when you are in busy places such as crowded city street, airports and metro stations or in noisy restaurants or while attending parties. Never keep your wallet in your back pocket, especially when you are in a packed place. Likewise, avoid carrying social security number, if not necessary. Further, when you are in airport, give special care to your documents like passport, as it is of great demand in black market. Since thieves mostly work on gang, it is easy for them to distract you, ie, when one ask you to help find directions, another may be stealing your wallet. It would be even better if you keep your wallet thinner via storing it in few items such as not more than one credit card or debit card, one ATM card, and very little amount of cash.
A pick-pocketer may also target you when you are chatting over a cell phone or while listening to your favorite music on your iPod. Most of the people use organizer or travel wallets while traveling, and some people may place it in their travel bag, which easily draws the attention of pickpocketers. Hence, it is better to keep your wallet in your hands or pockets during travel. Another situation in which you may be pick-pocketed is while sleeping. If you feel sleepy while traveling, place your bags on your lap or under your feet prior to nap. You can take turn napping if you commute in a group. As mentioned earlier, thieves abound in swarming places and hence leave your valuables and critical personal data in your home when you go outside.
In short, a little caution and care may help you from serious havocs and disasters.
Anti Pick-pocket Tips
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