"thieves use distraction techniques to steal gold jewelry off south asian victims in Frisco"; so do the media!

By A Texas Reader
thursday, november 14, 2024 at 10:08:17 p.m. est

"thieves use distraction techniques to steal gold jewelry off south asian victims in Frisco"

N.S.: "'if you're doing pickpocketing, the best misdirection is acting vulnerable,' said Sawyers [a magician].

"'they're trying to create a distraction. they're trying to create a chaotic situation,' said Shilson.

[Just like wfaa.com!]

"Frisco isn't the only city where this type of theft has occurred. there are reported cases in fort Bend county. police are investigating a potential link between these incidents and a larger, organized group of thieves. in recent years, similar robberies have taken place in other parts of the country, and authorities believe the thieves may be part of an international criminal ring, possibly involving romanian citizens."

[English translation: authorities believe the robbers may be part of a foreign criminal ring, possibly involving gypsies.]

"'[if you're out walking] the bigger the group, the better. Our suspects, they don't want confrontation," said Shilson of the Frisco police department.

"over the last month, Frisco has seen five reported cases, and more than 20 incidents over three years. the police are working closely with the fbi to track down the criminals, who appear to be part of a well-coordinated and highly effective operation.

"'how can you say that you can trust people?' Adhikari Bhattrai asked.

"as the investigation continues, the Frisco police department and the fbi are urging anyone with information about these crimes to come forward. Shilson urges people to be mindful of their surroundings, always keep a cell phone in hand, report suspicious activity, and, if you can, take walks in a larger group."

Keeping a cellphone always in your hand as you walk around on the street, will make it easy for robbers to sneak up behind you, and grab it out of your hand. Plus, a cellphone is the best distraction from watching out for bad guys.

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/thieves-use-distraction-techniques-steal-gold-jewelry-south-asian-victims-frisco/287-954d15ce-415c-42b6-82ed-21a061714c00