Phone Snatching: How to Outsmart Opportunist Thieves
Description
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 happen
- The biggest mistakes people make (that make you an easy target)
- What to do instead — safer habits, smarter choices
- Why your phone is as tempting to thieves as a £1,000 cash bundle
- Whether phone straps actually help—or make things worse
Whether 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.
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