11+ Pickpocketing Background. How to protect yourself from pickpockets. Even if you're super careful and attentive, you're still not 100% protected from pickpocketing.
Pickpockets are thieves who steal items (often wallets or passports, sometimes other valuables) from people's clothing and bags as they walk in a public place.
Sign up for free today! How to protect yourself from pickpockets. Avoiding pickpockets presents a challenge since the thieves do their best. Pickpockets are thieves that specialize in robbing tourists when they're not paying attention.