Overview: On October 9, 2021, at around 2:30 PM, a Japanese national was a victim of theft in El Alto, Bolivia. Such incidents can occur swiftly and unexpectedly, so it’s important to remain vigilant.
- Incident Summary:
- Date and Time: October 9, 2021, around 2:30 PM
- Location: Teleférico “16 de Julio” station, El Alto (intersection of the Red and Blue lines)
- Details: While shopping alone at the station, the victim was apparently spat on by someone from behind. After being alerted by another individual about the stain, the victim checked and cleaned the stain, and upon reassessing their belongings, realized their smartphone was missing.
- Items Stolen:
- Smartphone and accessories
- No physical injury was reported
- 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.
By following these precautions and staying alert, you can help protect yourself from similar incidents.
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