10 Bandit tricks to steal your money and objects

We all know that the street is always a place where a lot can happen, including a robbery. As there is always a lot of movement, it is very easy for a person to get distracted and fall into different traps. Sometimes, deceivers and thieves are willing to create a big show in front of you to get money and some object out of you.

O awesome.club gathered some examples of traps that happen frequently in the streets of big cities. Check it out and take the opportunity to learn how to deal with these situations.

This scheme is very common. You are walking down the street and notice a wallet full of money. A person appears out of nowhere and proposes that you divide the money equally. In general, these people are very good at the art of persuasion, that is, it is always very difficult to say ‘no’ to them. The person takes half the money and leaves. Suddenly, the ‘owner’ of the wallet appears and demands the entire amount. Of course the two people work as a team.

What to do? Even if you are in dire need, don’t give in to temptation. The ideal is to take the wallet quickly to the nearest Police. They will assess who owns and what is true in this story.

You are walking down the street and a person appears around the corner. You bump into each other and the phone falls to the floor. The person shows you the broken cell phone and declares that you are to blame. This type of trick is usually applied to more distracted people.

What to do? Don’t give in to pressure and stay focused whenever possible. If that happens, say that you should go to the nearest Police. Most likely the person will quickly disappear.

Some thieves usually ask for the cell phone of others to make a call, claiming to be out of battery, and leave theirs as a guarantee. They distance themselves to talk, they may even say that the signal is not very good, and they run away with the victim’s cell phone, which ends up with a plastic cell phone, very similar to an original.

What to do? Of course, it is always very difficult to deny a cell phone to someone who needs it, because often the need is real. But pay attention to the person’s behavior. If she quickly offers a guarantee, be suspicious, and be sure to see if the product is fake. Only then do you borrow your cell phone.

You arrive at the supermarket and park your car in the parking lot. Upon returning to the car, he notices that there is a large oil stain under the car. The first thing that pops into your head is that there is a problem. In general, people put their purchases and wallet in the car and then try to see what the problem is. During that time, the thief can steal all the money.

What to do? Don’t leave all your stuff in the car, even for a short time. And be sure to lock the car to avoid further problems.

At an ATM many things can happen. The victim’s clothing may be soiled by some ‘careless person’. The thief, in an exaggerated manner, apologizes for the accident and quickly offers to clean up. With great agility he takes the money out of his wallet or takes the entire wallet.

What to do? Immediately after withdrawing the money, put it in a safe place (inside a zippered bag, for example). Always look to see that no one is watching you. If that happens, it’s best to leave it for another time.

A seemingly kind person approaches and points out that you have some sort of stain on your clothing. In general, attitudes like this are rare and often cause a positive surprise. In that interval, the ‘good Samaritan’ manages to explore all his pockets and leaves. When you realize that something is missing, the person is already far away.

What to do? Do not carry your cell phone or wallet in open, visible pockets. They can be stolen without you noticing.

You are walking peacefully when a person hugs you with strength and joy and almost glues their body to yours. While you are trying to find out who it is, the person has already taken your wallet and you didn’t even notice.

What to do? Don’t let strangers approach you on the street. Always be careful that this doesn’t happen.

A stranger comes up to you on the street and asks if you have change. You, a person with a great heart, accept. After some time, you realize that the note he gave you is either a fake or a collage. The scammer will obviously be gone by the time you start looking for him.

What to do? Look carefully at the money you receive from strangers.

A woman with a baby (which is usually a doll) in her arms approaches and practically puts him in her arms. When you start to understand what’s going on, the person has already disappeared with your purse or your wallet.

What to do? You don’t have to avoid women with babies, but try to keep valuables safe.

You see a beautiful woman crying in the street. She asks if you saw her gold ring, lost right where you are. Then offers a big reward for the ring and even leaves her cell phone in case you find it. Suddenly, a stranger approaches and offers a ring that at the time you think is the girl who was crying.

Of course, the ring is hers, so you decide to buy it, either to return it or to sell it. You pay and go to a specialist. He evaluates the material, says it’s a forgery and that it’s worthless, but the stranger has already taken his money.

What to do? Either you call the woman right away to say someone found the ring or you just don’t buy it and just walk away. At these times, cheap is expensive.

If you know of other tricks thieves use on the streets, share them in the comments.