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As a form of property crime, pickpocketing leads to costs in anticipation of the crime (security and insurance costs), as a consequence (material damage, immaterial harm) and in response to the crime (the costs of detection and prevention, persecution, trial etc.). |
As a form of property crime, pickpocketing leads to costs in anticipation of the crime (security and insurance costs), as a consequence (material damage, immaterial harm) and in response to the crime (the costs of detection and prevention, persecution, trial etc.). |
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| − | In addition, pickpocketing on a large scale can lead to [[Economic effects of crime#Secondary impact of crime|secondary economic impact]] in terms of for example less tourism and a decrease in business for local business owners. |
+ | In addition, pickpocketing on a large scale can lead to [[Economic effects of crime#Secondary economic impact of crime|secondary economic impact]] in terms of for example less tourism and a decrease in business for local business owners. |
== Measures == |
== Measures == |
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Revision as of 14:11, 3 December 2012
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Security issue: Pickpocketing
Pickpocketing is a form of theft that involves the stealing of valuables from a victim without their noticing the theft at the time.
Description
Attributing circumstances
Some areas are very tempting for pickpockets, so you should be especially careful when you are in the following places:
- Outdoor activities and shows
- Public markets
- Waiting lines
- Traffic lights
- Escalators
- Rush hour in public transit
- Food courts
- Major public parking lots
The most significant factor in the victim profile possibly may be psychological. A crowded terminal creates a distracting environment. People are packed together in cramped waiting areas listening for public announcements, watching a departure, carrying packages, or talking on a cellular telephone. The station's environment creates a sensory overload. Further, the victims, conditioned by the rush hour atmosphere of the station, are accustomed to the close physical proximity of other people. Those who use mass transit expect to be bumped and jostled. The victim also expects to have even less personal space when descending the escalators and riding the train, focusing more on boarding the train and finding a seat than being concerned with others.[1]
Impacts
- perception of unsafety
Economic impacts
As a form of property crime, pickpocketing leads to costs in anticipation of the crime (security and insurance costs), as a consequence (material damage, immaterial harm) and in response to the crime (the costs of detection and prevention, persecution, trial etc.).
In addition, pickpocketing on a large scale can lead to secondary economic impact in terms of for example less tourism and a decrease in business for local business owners.
Measures
- Surveillance
- Reaction force
Footnotes and references
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