Pickpocketing Techniques

noun a form of pickpocketing where the thief places an item in a person's pocket instead of taking something out

• Put-pocketing is a serious crime that involves stealing items from someone's pocket without their knowledge.
• I heard about a new form of theft called put-pocketing where thieves discreetly steal from people's pockets in crowded places.
• Watch out for put-pocketing in busy areas, they're sneaky thieves!
• The con artist was a master of put-pocketing, always finding a way to take advantage of others without them realizing it.

noun A person who steals items by discreetly placing them in someone else's pocket or belongings

• The pickpocket was caught red-handed trying to put-pocket a wallet in the crowded market.
• I heard there's a new trend called put-pocketing where thieves pretend to accidentally put things in your pocket.
• Watch out for those sneaky put-pocketers who try to steal your belongings in crowded places.
• She was known for her ability to put-pocket her way into people's hearts with her charm and charisma.

noun a type of theft where the perpetrator distracts the victim in order to steal their belongings

• The police are investigating a series of distraction thefts that have been reported in the area.
• Hey, watch out for distraction thefts when you're out shopping in crowded places.
• I heard there's been a bunch of distraction thefts happening downtown lately.
• Don't let distractions steal your focus and lead to a 'theft' of your time and energy.