Pickpockets
Turists are potential victims
of crime and to reduce chances of becoming the next victim of pickpockets remember
to:
- Carry your purse under
your arm
- Carry your money under
your clothes or in a front pocket
- Never carry large amounts
of cash. Leave what you don't need in your hotel safe
- Do not leave your jacket
or purse on the back of a chair
- Don't travel in narrow
alleys or poorly lit streets.
- Before leaving your
hotel, ask if there are any parts of town to be avoided.
- If you are bumped or
distracted by a stranger, be aware that a pickpocket may be targeting you.
Stay alert.
- When possible, avoid
having crowds of people surrounding you.
- Do not leave your luggage
unattended when paying the taxidriver or check-in at the hotel.
- Be aware entering a
public train or bus.
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