Shocking prevention week: This is how seniors protect themselves from pickpockets!
Shocking prevention week: This is how seniors protect themselves from pickpockets!
The State Police Directorate Thuringia has launched a nationwide prevention campaign that is supposed to warn older people in particular of pickpocketing and theft in supermarkets. This action week, which takes place from October 7th to 11th, 2024, is carried out at various locations in Thuringia. The initiative should sensitize the older fellow citizens and help them actively protect themselves from attacks.
The background of this action is an increase in pickpockets, especially in lively supermarkets. The police have recognized that many seniors are often the goal of such offenses, which is why they want to go into this topic even more specifically this year. Last year, citizens in 13 federal states could be achieved through direct address and information campaigns during the campaign week.
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The security forces will pass on important preventive information to senior citizens. This includes simple but effective behaviors that can help reduce the likelihood of theft. It is recommended not to attach handbags or fabric bags with valuables to the shopping cart, but always to carry them on the body. These simple tips could be crucial to make it difficult to access potential thieves.
The talks are not only limited to pickpockets. The officials also clarify through other types of fraud, such as the so -called grandchildren trick, false police officers or shock calls. This additional information is of great importance for many older people, since they are often not informed about the latest fraud stitches.
The prevention officers will be active during the campaign week between around 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and approach the older people in the shopping facilities. The primary goal is to reduce fears and to raise awareness of security questions. Many seniors are afraid of reporting as a victim if they have been cheated, and this is exactly where the campaign comes in - the police want to make it clear to these people that it is never too late to report incidents.
For further support, interested parties can see detailed information on the topic of pickpocketing and protective measures on the official police page: www.polizei-beratung.de .
The action week is getting closer and those responsible hope for a high participation. The importance of this initiative will increase in the coming days because it aims both on the security of the seniors and the general sensitization of the population. Due to the targeted response of the older generation, a positive change in the perception of security in public space should be brought about.
Some practical tips that help protect themselves from pickpocketing, among other things, include picking up pickpockets through their typical, seeking look. They often keep their eyes turned away from their goal and are concentrated on the prey. That is why it is advisable to carry valuables close to the body in closed inner pockets of clothing and always keep hand or shoulder bags closed on the front.
The police encourage all citizens to be vigilant and in particular to heart the security advice. Security in our shopping centers is a common responsibility, and through prevention campaigns like this, great awareness can be created.
The following contacts are available for questions:
State Police Directorate Thuringia, press office, phone: 0361 57431 5020, email: press stell.lpd@polizei.thueringen.de
State operations center, phone: 0361/662 700 777
Original content from: State Police Directorate Thuringia, transmitted by News Aktuell
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