One of the most common crimes reported within the Metro Mass Transit System (STC) is the theft of mobile phones or wallets; It has become common for passengers to become victims of theft during peak hours. The saturation of vehicles creates a scenario of dispossession of people.
So, on social networks, tiktoker Yulay He was responsible for revealing How it works How these people known as “pickpockets” operate. In a video he posted on social media, he recorded the testimony of a person who was supposedly committed to robbing CDMX Metro users.
In a video, the man known as “Tyson” detailed common theft methods on this transportation system. According to testimony, stealing a wallet or cell phone is easy when the user is distracted. Tyson stated that it is difficult for the authorities to achieve justice in most cases related to these crimes.
The alleged pickpocket explained in the video that Selection of victims It is carried out before the theft occurs, as they always choose who carries it Glamorous cell phones Or high-end, he also explained that it is common among CDMX metro users to use their devices while waiting for the train or during the journey, which facilitates the work of criminals.
By observing their targets, pickpockets determine which pocket they are keeping ValuablesThe main thing that catches your eye is your cell phone or wallet, because it is It’s easy to steal belongingsThey also specified that they wanted to distract the victim.
The testimony indicated that these crimes are rarely committed alone. Pickpocket gangs They usually act in groupsSince many users seek to protect their belongings by keeping their hands inside their pants pockets. If the victim has his hands in his pockets, one of the accomplices intentionally hits him to make him raise his arms for a moment. Take advantage of that distractionA pickpocket steals a valuable thing.
Once the robbery is carried out, the thieves hide the cell phone among their clothes, such as a jacket or coat, specifically in the armpit area. Tyson added that some criminals choose to store stolen items in backpacks. If the victim discovers the theft and tries to point out the person responsible, accomplices redirect the accusation toward someone else, even providing a false description of the alleged perpetrator, citing bright clothing colors to confuse.
The alleged pickpocket explained this Hide the object in the armpit In order to make it easier to get rid of them if they are find out; When you extend your arm, your cell phone or wallet Fall on the floorwhich allows the simulation of A incident. From here, two scenarios arise: the victim may believe he has dropped his belongings, or the partners may kick the object so that another member of the group can pick it up.
The interviewee indicated that pickpockets avoid looking directly at a person’s face during theft, because this increases the risk of being recognized. In his words: “When they steal your phone, they won’t look at your face (pickpockets). If you pay attention to your face, the victim will recognize you. Logically, you should act as if nothing had happened.