Mobile Phone Theft: What to Do If Your Device Is Stolen
Many of us have a story about phone theft, whether that's because your device was snatched or it happened to someone you know.
Some 78,000 people reported having their phones or bags grabbed in the year to March 2024, according to government figures. Hotspot areas are often train and bus stations.
The best insurance against phone theft is preparation and prevention.
The Metropolitan Police advise using your phone for the shortest possible time on the street and avoid texting while walking.
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