Phone Snatching: How to Outsmart Opportunist Thieves

02/06/2025 10 min Temporada 1 Episodio 13
Phone Snatching: How to Outsmart Opportunist Thieves

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Episode Synopsis

Phone snatching is fast, shocking, and on the rise — especially in busy public places. But with a few simple habits, you can make yourself a much harder target.In this quick 10-minute tip episode, women's safety advocate and Co-Founder of Streetwise Defence, Julie Waite, breaks down how phone thieves operate (think scooters, pickpockets, cafés, and even muggings), and shares practical, real-world strategies to protect your phone—and your peace of mind.We cover:Where phone snatching is most likely to happenThe biggest mistakes people make (that make you an easy target)What to do instead — safer habits, smarter choicesWhy your phone is as tempting to thieves as a £1,000 cash bundleWhether phone straps actually help—or make things worseWhether you’re commuting, travelling, or walking to school pickup, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you stay aware, stay calm, and stay safer.👉 Want to go deeper? Visit our website for our free blog on phone snatching prevention and technical settings to secure your device.Want to feel safer, stronger, and more prepared? Join our community of people taking back control of their safety - and get instant access to our free self defense and safety tip downloads. 👉 Head to Streetwise Defence to grab your free resources and start your journey today.

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