Truth 8 Pickpockets and purse snatchers still exist

When you think of pickpockets, you might think of the artful dodger in Oliver Twist. But what you probably don’t realize is that pickpockets still roam the streets today searching for unsuspecting men and women who just happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. What’s more frightening is that often everything a thief needs to commit identity theft is located in that wallet or purse—driver’s license, credit cards, and surprisingly enough, often social security cards. It’s important for people to realize that low tech doesn’t mean less effective.

It’s important for people to realize that low tech doesn’t mean less effective.

So first let me start by saying that if you have your social ...

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