Bolivia: Theft Incidents Involving Japanese Nationals

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Overview: On November 8, 2022, at around 7:10 AM, a Japanese national was a victim of theft in Cochabamba. Such incidents can occur rapidly and unexpectedly, so please remain vigilant.

  1. Incident Summary:
    • Date and Time: November 8, 2022, around 7:10 AM
    • Location: Inside a shared taxi in Cochabamba
    • Details: While traveling to work in a shared taxi, the victim was alerted by another passenger about a stain on their clothing. After checking and cleaning the stain, the victim realized their smartphone was missing.
  2. Items Stolen:
    • Smartphone
  3. Preventive Measures:
    • Constant Vigilance: Never take your eyes off your valuables and avoid placing them in locations away from your body.
    • Awareness: If you must temporarily set down valuables, always be mindful of the risk of theft and stay alert.
    • Situational Awareness: Maintain a high level of vigilance by occasionally scanning your surroundings to appear aware and reduce the likelihood of being targeted.
    • Avoid Interaction: If approached by strangers, be cautious as it may be a sign of a potential crime. Avoid engaging with them.

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