Tips on Avoiding Dips or Hooks
1. Don’t flash bills or carry money in pocket.
2.Carry wallet in your inside coat pocket (men) or at the bottom purse (women)
3.Be suspicious of anyone who jostles you unnecessarily.
4. If you realize your pocket has been picked, scream. Hook will usually drop wallet and run.
5.Remember, the pickpocket depends on your inattention for his success. Be wary of crowds.
6. keep large quantities of cash in bank, do not keep it on your person. Remember, the dip or hook will try to distract you while robbing you, covering up his actions by reading a paper or book. Fairs, crowds , buses, trams and subwyas are their stamping ground.
Be ware and do not be a victim!