Hello
guys. Beware of Handbag Sanatcher!!!!!!!
I'm describing my experience
in Petaling Jaya (Malaysia), hoping that it will help someone avoid being
snatch. This happened on 17 March 2015 at 09.00am. Like usually I
went to office at 08.45am. That day, with my hubby, we're riding
vespie to office. When I was arrived at jalan University, in front of
Jaya One -bus stopp- somebody came from behind and grabbed my beg on
fast speeding motorbikes (I'm not sure how long he had been tailing
us but only trealised it after reaching Jaya One). My bag on the
middle and my hands holding my hubby. And everything too fast, and
I'm too panic, so I can't grab my bag back. As the result, money
RM150, mobile phone, international passport (visa) and ID were gone,
medical card, marriage card, and ID tag office, We chase the snatcher
until section 17 but his moto run faster than us . And I'm failed to
catch the number plate of the snatcher.
How to Prevent Purse Snatching:
Kuala Lumpur is a generally safe place for all. However, there is no harm practising common sense and precautions like you would do at home. Violent crimes involving tourists in Malaysia is relatively uncommon, petty theft, particularly purse snatching and pick-pocketing are the most common criminal activity directed against tourists. Walking in the city is usually fine but, as anywhere, caution must be exercised, especially if alone.
Bring only what you need. Don't carry any more cash or credit cards than you absolutely need to do your shopping that day. Usually, one credit card is enough, and you should have the customer service number written down somewhere (see tips) so that you can report the card stolen immediately if your purse is snatched. Decide even before leaving the house whether the contents of your purse are worth getting hurt for.
Walk in busy, well-lit areas. You may think that you're exposing yourself to more purse snatchers, but they are more likely to strike in dark, isolated areas because they don't want to get caught. Walk briskly and confidently. Bring a friend.
Be aware of the area and the people, especially if you find yourself having to walk in an isolated or lightly populated area. Look at the person who might approach or pass you. Do not look away. Look directly at their hands or at what they might be carrying. They prefer to strike and run, and not be recognized. If you do not appear to be vulnerable and will be able to give their description, they just might keep walking past you.
Hold your purse tightly and close to your body, whether on a bus, train, or walking. If possible, wear it underneath a coat or jacket. Also, secure the latch or zipper. You might be tempted to wear your purse diagonally on your body (over the neck as well as the shoulder) or loop the strap around your wrist to prevent the purse from being easily snatched, but keep in mind that if someone does try to steal your purse, a hard yank on tightly wound purse strap can cause injury.
If you believe someone is following you don't turn around use a shiny object like a car mirror or window to look back.
Shorten the strap on your purse so you can carry it tightly between your elbow and body.
Remember that you come before your purse. If someone pulls it away from your hands or your shoulder, let it go! It is more important to avoid injury than save a purse. Never fight to keep it.
If you're riding motorcycle, please your bag put it under the seat.
DO NOT wear Bling Bling huge gold jewellery even if its gold-plated or a pair of expensive sunglasses with diamonds on the side. Statement jewellery is pretty yes; but it will attract snatch-thieves.
Report anything or anyone suspicious. If you suspect that someone seems to be lurking someplace that they do not belong, contact security if you are in a mall, or contact the manager if you are in a supermarket. Better to report your suspicions and be wrong, than to ignore it and be robbed or hurt.
