CITY SWINDLERS!

 City Swindlers

Here they come.  And before you know it, one or more pieces of your valuables have been snatched from you.

In a group of four plus thugs, there’s always one who will give you the widest smile. While you struggle with this bizarre fake smile..

The other criminals using both directions, will intentionally bump you... while the smiling devil helps themselves with whatever they can snatch from your beg.

In just zapping seconds the same thief has handed over the stolen items to their passing conspirators. 

Quickly, like skilled soccer players your missing item  has been passed to more than two criminals. 

Did you even notice how they played you?

When walking in the public spaces, don’t be too kind and too trusting. 

Always keep a safe space from strangers who walk too close to you.

Taking a few steps back whenever some pickpocketers  pretend to be lost and seeking directions.

Tell them to their face to buzz off. Sorry I don’t have time to listen to whatever problem you have.

Walk off and keep walking without stopping till you reach the safest place.

City swindlers.

Acting stupid and ignorant is their greatest weapon. Always act smart and show these creeps you are aware of their dirty game.

Love and trust nobody when surrounded by strangers... don’t be too kind.

Remember. This is a dog eat dog world. Everything is all about the survival of one evil criminal... 

they can even steal your shoes if you allowed them enough attention and space.

Isn’t it fascinating just how most swindled victims start noticing they have been robbed after reaching the first corner.

Shame... sorry my friend. Too late you’ve just been zapped by smart city swindlers.

What happened, can you spot any of them buggers?

Like a bolt from the blue. All of them city swindlers have just disappeared into a thin air.

What now?

Is it even worth your time to open a case of theft at the nearest police department? Are you able even to identify the smiling criminal?

Gamblers say, never count your wins at the table... There will be enough time to count your money when you get home.

Why the hell do you think it’s cool to count your cash full view in public after withdrawing from the ATM?

Do not be a sitting duck. Stop acting like you have never handled fresh notes from an ATM before.

Slide all your cash inside your zipper or pocket even before you turn around to go.

City swindlers are seasoned pickpocketers who take their job more serious than the most dedicated professionals  amongst us.

You remain their possible target every time you allow strangers to distract you over nothing in public spaces.

Always be aware of the space around you 180 degrees. Do not be a jerk.

Act like you know and be city smart and city wise.

You have to learn to think like a criminal in order to beat them in their own game.

Anticipate their next move like the chess player and keep your eyes peeled all of the time.

City swindlers are the social pests who dress and look like us. In public spaces we all look the same.

Don’t forget that looks can be very deceptive and even more dangerous.

Wow. Look at those beautiful women walking towards me! Damn. I like those cleavages and man... what about those salacious curves?

Hello.

You’ve just sold your soul to the devil. If you one of them fools who always see beauty in every woman who crosses their path.

Stupid and silly men who always think through their steamy eyes.

City swindlers come in all sexes, age groups, shapes and sizes.

Do not be fooled by those red lips. The smile is designed to distract you from noticing you are being fleeced in real time while you stare at those fake grenades.

I know it is impossible for some men not to admire beautiful women but...

Just like in the same scenario of the group of men... Keep your safe distance and smile with your back against the wall .

Acting like the unpaid tourist guide to dangerous strangecity speakers ... is the worst game you will ever play in your life .

The whole idea of leaving your safe surroundings is to move from point A to point B, then return safely to point A.

City swindlers have the eye of an eagle... they know how to choose their next victim well.

Somehow beyond common reasoning these criminals seem to possess mysterious powers to smell money and valuables from a distance.

We owe it to ourselves to fight to live and survive all types of crimes which stalk us every day.

Believe me there’s not a single place on earth where 100% safety can be guaranteed.

A few years ago here in South Africa in the city of Cape Town... this man was found strangled to death.

Residents living in the same street were utterly shocked since the guy had the most expensive state of the art security system in the neighbourhood.

You can survive to live or live to survive .. the choice is yours.

City swindlers don’t give a hood if you live or die as long as they can take whatever is valuable to them,

Always remember... personal safety is more important than whatever is going on around...

It’s a dangerous world out there!

Save yourself before you can volunteer to save others. Safety first and heroism later.

Never come in between fighting individuals if you don’t want to end up on ice. 

City Swindlers Street-Wisely Written By: Sydney Pikelela Gutyungwa 

© May 19th, 2024

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From The Title Song: Keep On Truckin'

From The Title Album: Rock Steady

Smooth Jazz Artist: Richard Elliott 

© 2009

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