In Irkutsk, police remind residents of simple safety rules in stores, transport and cars, where thefts often occur. Do not leave bags and wallets unattended, show money and phones, or leave purchases in the trunk.
At this time, stores and hypermarkets are crowded, and shoppers, while choosing goods, often forget about an open bag or wallet. Offenders already know the places where they will not fall under the cameras of video surveillance and can easily take advantage of citizens’ carelessness.Thefts are also committed from car interiors, where residents of Irkutsk and neighboring settlements leave the items they have bought. To ensure that a trip to the capital of the Angara Region does not end with the theft of money, gifts, and a broken car window, police recommend not leaving property that may attract criminals’ attention and putting bags with belongings in the trunk.
To prevent pickpocketing in public places or on public transport, specialists from the property crimes department advise not to display mobile phones and cash amounts, not to put a wallet in the back pocket of trousers or in the pockets of outerwear, and to keep women’s handbags in front of you, periodically checking that they are still safe.
Elementary precautions and your vigilance will help you avoid trouble, extra expenses, and having to contact the internal affairs authorities.
Do not let the criminal celebrate the holiday at your expense!
Based on materials from the press service of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs for the city of Irkutsk