Preventing personal theft issued by the Metropolitan Police Service
Be aware and keep your possessions safe
Know the facts about personal theft
Even in a city as busy and crowded as London, incidents of mugging and pickpocketing are still quite low. Knowing how and where criminals who commit these crimes operate will help you avoid falling victim to them.
Thieves frequently operate at tube stations, cash machines, car parks, around bus stations, in overcrowded areas and especially at rush hour.
Be aware and keep your possessions safe. Never leave your bags or other valuables unattended in public places.
Be discreet with your belongings; displaying expensive jewellery or electronic devices, like mobile phones or cameras, could attract unwanted attention. Don’t make your mobile phone a moving target, don’t tempt mobile phone thieves, be aware when making a call.
Reduce the risk of mobile phone theft by following these simple tips:
*Don’t leave your phone on tables in pubs or restaurants.
*When you leave a train or tube station don’t use your phone immediately, leave it a while.
*Don’t walk and text at the same time, you will be less aware of what is happening around you.
*Keep calls in public places as brief as possible, the longer you talk, the more likely you are to be spotted by a potential thief.
More tips and information on phone safety
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Be aware of chain-snatch thieves and keep your jewellery out of sight
Snatch robberies can involve violence or theft. The chance that this will ever happen to you is quite small, but you should be aware of what you can do to keep yourself and your property safe:
*Make sure your jewellery is not visible.
*Plan your journey in advance.
*Avoid dark or deserted areas late at night.
*Be aware of your surroundings and stay alert to what’s going on around you.
How to get your personal items security marked via your local police:
There are several ways you can mark you property to help protect your personal items further.
Contact you local Police station for propery marking advice.
If you have any information on stolen goods, report it to the police by calling 101. If it is an emergency dial 999.
If you would prefer not to speak to police you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or visit: www.crimestoppers-uk.org. Crimestoppers is an independent charity.
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