1. Date and Time of Incident:
- Thursday, February 29, around 8:00 PM
2. Location of Incident:
- Intersection approximately 2 kilometers from the Pinheiros River on Avenida Jornalista Roberto Marinho in the Brooklin neighborhood, São Paulo.
3. Incident Summary:
- While driving alone at the above location, a Japanese victim was stopped at a traffic light when an unknown individual suddenly shattered the passenger-side window and stole a smartphone that was mounted as a navigation device on the air conditioning vent.
- The location is a four-lane road in one direction. The victim was in the second lane from the right and was the third car stopped at the intersection, with cars surrounding them on all sides.
- The perpetrator, a male, approached the victim’s vehicle from the right rear and broke the window. The window was tinted with a smoke film, minimizing glass shatter, and the Japanese victim was not physically harmed.
4. Stolen Item:
- Smartphone
5. Crime Prevention Tips:
(1) While traveling by car, especially during traffic jams or when waiting at traffic lights, pay close attention to your surroundings for suspicious vehicles, motorcycles, or individuals. (2) The risk of robbery increases, particularly at night or during times with less traffic, so avoid traveling during these times whenever possible. However, remain vigilant at all times, as incidents can occur even under other conditions, such as when many vehicles are on the road. (3) Consider preparing a wallet with some cash to hand over if necessary, and hide valuable items such as passports and cards under the car seat or in the trunk. (4) In the unfortunate event that you become involved in an incident, do not resist, as this could endanger your life. Comply with the perpetrator’s demands and avoid any sudden movements that could be mistaken for an attempt to flee or resist.
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