Sunday, February 6, 2011

SNATCH THEFT : prevent it, deal with it!

Snatch theft cases is one of the most worrying phenomenon in our country nowadays. Although we had been aware of the dangerous attack of being snatched, we often being careless and the preventive measures are not being applied. Snatch cases can happened anytime and anywhere. The snatch thief often approach his victim on the pretext of striking up a conversation or seeking assistance. Besides, these snatch thieves usually love to snatch their victim from back. There are also many other tricky ways such as soiling the victim's clothing and offering to clean dirt stains on it and also telling victim that his money has dropped on the floor. We, especially females, should be aware of these tricks being applied by the snatch thief. 

So, let's apply some precautions so that we'll stay safe from being SNATCHED!


1) Avoid using shortcuts through dark and deserted areas. These are the ports where the snatch theft often takes place.  

2) Beware of the people who follow or distract you. Avoid walking alone especially at night. 

3) Carry your handbag in front of you or clasp it firmly under your arm. This extra bit of protection makes the job difficult for the snatcher. If you carry the bag in that manner, snatchers also won't be able to slip your belongings out of your purse or handbag.

4) Always walk facing on-coming traffic if possible and hold the handbag on the side way from the motorists. This will make the situation more safer as the snatcher who usually snatches the victim using motorbikes will not be able to snatch your bag in the opposite side.

5) Avoid wearing excessive jeweleries or carrying large amount of cash and flaunt it in public view as this will attract the snatcher to snatch you knowing that you have such amount of money that will benefit them.

So, there goes the precautions that may help us in dealing with SNATCH THIEVES. Apply it, or you might regret loosing your belongings or even YOUR LIFE. 

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