Pickpocketing in Europe has evolved far beyond simple wallet theft. Many modern scams rely on distraction, psychology, and ...

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We all know the rule for not getting carjacked, right? Don't roll into a sketchy neighborhood with your gleaming new sports car, stereo system visible through the windows, Prada handbag on the back ...

Nothing can ruin a vacation like being the victim of a pickpocketing scam. Throughout Europe specifically, a new study shows that there are some destinations where theft is more prevalent than others.

Where there are tourists, there are people seeking to exploit them, with travel Web site TripAdvisor coming up with a list of the top 10 places worldwide to be especially aware of pickpockets.

A woman shares the moment her mother snatched the ponytail of an alleged pickpocket in Venice, Italy, as she waits for police to arrive. Social media users praise her for her bold move. In a video ...