The pickpocket has already failed if the mark sees them, so not sure what was happening here. And people who are not used to pick pockets would not likely be looking out for them. Were they going around in groups wearing “Official Paris Olympics Pickpocket” hi-vis vests?
On the contrary, I’m American and agree with the experience of never having things taken off me, however I’m still always thinking about it when I’m in a crowded area, even more so when I’m traveling. If I was in Europe where I know pickpocketing is actually more of a problem, I’d be doubly cautious. All this and I’m not racist or xenophobic like a lot of Americans.
The pickpocket has already failed if the mark sees them, so not sure what was happening here. And people who are not used to pick pockets would not likely be looking out for them. Were they going around in groups wearing “Official Paris Olympics Pickpocket” hi-vis vests?
On the contrary, I’m American and agree with the experience of never having things taken off me, however I’m still always thinking about it when I’m in a crowded area, even more so when I’m traveling. If I was in Europe where I know pickpocketing is actually more of a problem, I’d be doubly cautious. All this and I’m not racist or xenophobic like a lot of Americans.