A Japanese national has been injured in a robbery incident that occurred while in transit. Please find the details below:
- Date and Time of Incident
- Saturday, November 2, at approximately 7:10 PM
- Location
- Rua Pedroso 215, Liberdade district, São Paulo
- Incident Summary
- The victim was using a rideshare service and had their smartphone out while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light. Suddenly, the window next to the victim (rear right side) was smashed, and the smartphone was stolen. The victim sustained minor cuts to the left hand and left leg from glass shards.
- The assailant was a male, but details about any accomplices, tools used, escape method, and age remain unknown.
- Later, there were attempts to withdraw money using banking information stored on the stolen phone, but this was unsuccessful as the victim had quickly frozen their bank account.
- Stolen Item
- One smartphone
- Safety Precautions
- (1) While in Transit: Refrain from using your phone while inside the vehicle to avoid drawing attention. If necessary, check your surroundings before use and limit usage to the essentials. Exercise particular caution at night, as the phone’s light can be visible from outside, making you a target when stopped.
- (2) In Case of an Incident: Avoid any resistance or sudden movements that could be mistaken as attempts to flee or retaliate, as these actions may endanger your life. Comply with the assailant’s demands calmly.
- (3) Preparedness: Consider carrying a separate wallet with some cash for emergencies and store valuable items, such as your passport and cards, out of sight, like in the footwell or trunk.
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