Benidorm - PICKPOCKETS & THIEVES - How do they do it?

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[@thomaskenny4486]

Hi Lucy Tommy from Ireland here I really enjoyed doing karaoke with you my wife and I had a great night... sadly back in Ireland again...I will continue to keep looking at your videos... hope to see you again in Benidorm in the near future...

[@MichaelPitman-n6o]

Brilliant video good sound advice I will pass that on to my son who is coming to Bennor for his 40th in the next couple of weeks

[@shirleywilson6106]

Thanks Lucy always brilliant information , take care xxx

[@gavinhodgkins6643]

Thank you for the informative video Lucy, seen the Peamen a number of times while out and about, I don't even glance at them to be honest.

[@cherryowen5080]

Thank you Lucy for your update. Good video as always.

[@backoftheNet-lc9jp]

Great advise and happens all over , as you say m £1000 per dip , easy money, so always make sure you have good Travel Insurance that will cover the cost of the phone... worth checking and paying a bit extra...

[@annedmondson53]

Great information on keeping valuables safe . Thank you for sharing xx ❤🌹

[@alansmithee8831]

A'reyt Lucy. As a seventeen year old I was shoved onto an underground train in Rome, in a crowd. Unable to move, my wallet was pickpocketed. At least I knew not to keep all my money in one place, even at that age, so not a disaster. On later travelling holidays I used ex German army shirts, with big pockets, cut down to make them like a vest, worn under my shirt, but Benidorm is not really that sort of backpacking destination, even if I arrived with a rucksack the first time. Just keep your wits, like you say.

[@johnhenry7214]

Thanks again Lucy. Was unaware of the map scam. Keep the good work up!

[@anthony63772]

I was in Benidorm in January...while standing at the front of the silver dollar I witnessed a pick pocket stealing a wallet from a pensioner but fortunately he turned round and caught him in the act ..the scumbag said sorry and gave him his wallet back then walked right past me at which point I threw my full pint over him, he was soaked and gave me a filthy look then walked away ..be very aware when changing money in the indoor market as they follow you and wait for a opportunity to steal it

[@archiejane8522]

you're vids are so informative on so many things keep them coming thanks

[@peterstoate2153]

This is why I always say to my folks and to all Watch out for pickpocketers including e scooters E scooter drivers can hit you and make you fall on the concrete floor and killed! That was reported on inside edition KZbin channel Now with phones don't go walking around with your phone at all times There are snatchers on bikes which can quickly grab the mobile device. Not just like wallets etc Great reminder advice Lucy Yes Benidorm is a fantastic place to visit But it's important we don't let our guard down

[@loneranger5928]

Lucy 👍 thanks for the information on keeping safe from scumbags robbers. Awareness is a key and the video helps . I like Benidorm, and will be there shortly.

[@janecox6236]

Great video and very sound advice. Thanks Lucy x

[@seanc9507]

Excellent video! Well thought out and you covered the topic quite thoroughly. I did get a chuckle out of you mentioning walking around with a wallet sticking out of a back pocket. You actually remind me of a woman i used to work for...one day i had been walking around with my wallet peeking out of my back pocket. She noticed and decided to sneak my wallet out of my pocket while i was busy on a task. She returned it by day's end, a mischievous smile and a wink to go along with it. I enjoyed the flirtation of it, so i used to intentionally leave it poking out more often. And she'd pick it every time, graduating to a kiss on the cheek for every return! 😂 At one point i admitted that i enjoyed that aspect of it. She responded with, "I enjoy planting those kisses, which is why i keep picking your pocket!" 🤣

[@manxpuss]

The wife robs me and leaves me with my pants round my ankles. 😂 better the devil you know lol. Good video.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@dalejones7655]

All obvious but still good to be reminded, thanks and keep the reports coming😊

[@craigroderick9004]

Hi Lucy I always use a folding leather phone case that has an eyelet you can thread a keyring loop through, added to that is Jeep lanyard with quick release clip so i can use the phone as normal. The lanyard goes around my trouser belt. If anyone tries to pickpocket me they have to drag me along too as they did on the yellow brick road near Burbons bar years ago!

[@MultiLoska]

Thanks for info Lucy always love your vids.

[@wayne-bennett_]

more great info Lucy, , couple years ago, i told a slightly drunk man to get his friends to help him at the ATM, as a lady of the night was watching him put his PIN in, he did as i asked, i was thanked later when he saw me again, as he saw her steal someones card with pin unfortunately. but i saved him

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Well done 👍 x

[@clairepaton4461]

What a good blog .I can remember last year in may shoting at this man get away from the pea people and he did and they were not happy .Thank you for this blog lucy keep safe and keep smiling

[@anneraff9189]

P men on the beach today, doing exactly what ya described. We sat and watched them. They are so sleekit. Can spot them all a mile of.

[@fudbeer1]

Peemen often operate on the Levante front usually between Jungle bar and Cimbel hotel in the morning before the police patrols increase.I run along there most mornings when there and rarely don't see them.

[@marymcknight3252]

Hi Lucy thanks for another great informative video unfortunately this is happening everywhere take care

[@maximumrnb66]

Good post sadly highlighting the wrong things...Shouldnt deter people coming out to Benidorm..lots of good genuine people there to add to a great time 👍😎🌞

[@sallyanns1964]

Great, balanced article, thanks Lucy

[@ukanabolics]

You could be Tony Hirst from How it's done, How its made. Nice one Lucy.

[@Torpedo-man]

Great info Lucy just returned from Bene no problems whatsoever.

[@sallyrobertson6018]

Another great video lucy very useful information i like the idea of these new wallets and cards great idea my purse was stolen from my bag in 2012 xx

[@josephmalone9386]

Hi Lucy always have a great time in benidorm.but as you say be careful.thanks for the info.take care 👍

[@Carol_in_Spain]

Thanks Lucy. Also - ladies, when you are sitting in a bar or restaurant, do not put your handbag down on the floor or on another seat. I have a bag with a shoulder strap that clips on. I wrap the strap around a table leg or chair leg so that it cannot be easily lifted.

[@divbee365]

Thank you Lucy much love 🫶

[@thebazgaz]

I got pickpocketed in June walking from the Melia hotel down to the front. I had my wallet in a zip up small shoulder bag, that I see a lot of men have now. I also keep my glasses and phone in there. Im pretty certain that it was either at a set of lights waiting to cross, with people in front and behind, or similar but outside a shop near the indoor market where everyone was bunched together walking to pass people having an argument. Luckily Id taken my cards out, bar a chase card with €20 on it I froze straight away, and €60 in cash in there, and my phone was in the other pocket, they didnt unzip. The tracker is a good idea, but just be careful seeking retribution, there are some decent sized gangs in Benidorm.

[@JungleUTFR]

Brilliant Lucy, we all see it all the time when in Beni, there’s a fool born every minute they say but some of the scams are hard to judge, everyone needs to watch 🇪🇸❤️

[@ukanabolics]

My aunty Margaret had her handbag take by the flower seller ladies in Alicante, flower seller lady soon gave it up though, no gadgets needed. ouch.

[@laurameers4348]

There next week. Great video Lucy. Xx

[@alanjones7050]

Great advice Lucy. Unfortunately they got me on my very last night in Spain. My expensive Tag watch slipped right off my arm without me even feeling it. Was a very quick encounter with a stranger who approached me. I was more worried about my phone being swiped but I walked off then realised when checking for the time my watch was gone. Unbelievable. Do they unclasp the band or actually slide it off? I’m astounded.

[@jopritchard7138]

Thank you we all need to be aware

[@KimArchibald-d5o]

My wife & I just got back from 2 weeks in Tenerife Los Cristianos, What a Sh*t Hole, Full of drug dealers and Pickpockets.. We nearly became a victim at 10:30am while shopping in the old town…Never Going Back.

[@traceycharles4853]

Great advice Lucy, pity not everyone see's your videos👍

[@Andytheecclescake]

Whenever I am going hitting the bars in benidorm the only thing that I have on me is enough cash for the session, split into different pockets. My phone, bank card jewellery remains in the safe. If I were to get robbed it is easily replaced without any grief. Ps have a great time and no I have never been dipped....

[@johnreay5522]

Thats exactly what you do cash only at night no more than 80euros in different pockets 👍

[@steamkenny4385]

This is the way! ...

[@TheAndyhendy]

Great info lucy..cannot be too careful ❤

[@anthonyhoward9203]

Thanks for the good INFO LUCY

[@catherinejones6250]

Thanks Lucy ❤xx

[@brendareid9794]

Thanks Lucy.xx

[@trevvennard4545]

Another great video Lucy,

[@traceys8065]

A fellow KZbinr was dipped a month or so ago. He was walking down the stairs at the bridge where the chicken shop was, and someone stole money, his passport, and some other documents from his backpack. He said it was only a matter of seconds. I always have my bag across my body and don't carry a lot of cash, and I am very careful when i use my phone It can happen to anyone, just be extra vigilant. 👀

[@lisamoore9238]

I seen his video and think he’s fantastic

[@kdlofty]

Don't forget the new friend taking you to a "nightclub" scam. Where they lead you down a dark road to find there "associates" waiting for you.

[@DavePurvis-xp4fe]

Great artical , worth watching

[@tonyflaherty4921]

Cheers Lucy, very helpful.👍

[@davidwhite-dp8sn]

Hi Lucy in June i randomly picked a Hotel to stay this time the Pueblo.Every night people would go out drink a fair amount and every morning without fail the stories about getting mugged and robbed on the way back to the Hotel would be spoken about and in three cases injuries were sustained. All your information is on your mobile phone and that is why i will not so far use mobile banking even though the banks pester me to do so. Good video Lucy David

[@Atreas1845]

Marroco guys

[@steamkenny4385]

Great video Lucy, sad but people need to be aware. Personally I never take my phone out on a night and my wallet only ever has hotel card and euros needed for that night.

[@johnsamueldunnspeirs8480]

Well done once again 👏 👍

[@NICKEXRN]

Ladies of the night......... YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@herefordiancammer]

Been here a week now and not seen any peamen at all! A few ladies of the night though. Have got a taxi home to old town every time.....never used to, older and wiser now haha

[@chrisgolding9675]

Good sound advice Lucy hope the thieves get their comeuppance 👍

[@johncorner9295]

Thanks lucy😊

[@ronashman08]

Install electric shock machines in your pockets and rucksacks, even mousetraps, this is my next project after been done big time twice over the years.

[@mikewest2428]

Great info I always wear a money belt which has a pocket for my phone and it's safely under my tee shirt😂

[@lucyw.7597]

Maybe because I'm older, but I don't understand the need to post a photo every 5 minutes of where you are & what you're doing! Maybe take a couple of pics, put your phone away, & post them when you get back to your hotel, rather than do it there & then, partly because it's taking your attention away from your surroundings, and partly because, sad but true, no one will miss it if you don't! I think women particularly are targets for distraction robberies, we tend to be brought up to be polite, smile at strangers etc. If someone's bothering you, don't be afraid to yell at them. We are often victims because we're embarrassed to attract attention. Thieves don't like attention! Great video!

[@brendanbrady3835]

Thank you

[@williamblackman2596]

Nice to see you last I a fella tried to mug me last week tried to get my watch off me

[@johnloveday2161]

It's not the phones - it's the data

[@Robin-uq9rk]

Good video Lucy saw it myself outside don pancho gang of girls grabbing drunk men and elderly people just be careful

[@AntonyChambers-l9f]

Good video Lucy 😊 see you soon from Tc and Gal one 😊

[@stevenlord782]

2 attempts to steal my phone in cafe benidorm last week. Be careful people. Apart from that, everyone was in party mood and the vibe was very positive in the town generally.

[@IronHeartAdventures]

Hi Lucy, I saw a video recently saying that little police station you go to report it, that's where the muggers hang out, is this correct? If so people need to go in the day.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

it's only open during the day, the ladies of the night hang around the back of it at night

[@philgreen8737]

Some great advice, thank's

[@petercollins8133]

Unfortunately, this sort of thing happens all over the world, especially where alcohol is concerned.

[@ZoeDark-ed5ym]

Watch out for the man with a fake clipboard pretending he's deaf

[@paulmclean6613]

Hey Lucy the daily express picked this one up online lucy

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Just seen it 👍

[@bigal3625]

Talking nothing but sense Lucy👍

[@MrPhilpalmer4]

I was worried someone was going to run off with your camera!

[@Britstation321]

It’s not her camera.

[@judithwilloughby2631]

My Brithday Tomorrow

[@Benidormforme]

We saw a lady who was literally fleeced by the pea men . She lost 100 euros in the process despite us and others warning her not to .

[@LucyYoungTBE]

😢

[@tonemc6047]

A fool and their money are easily parted .

[@Eric-the-Bold]

There are of course Spanish criminals who are professional pickpockets but they are not that proliferate at the art ie Spanish resorts . Major tourist areas ie Europe are controlled by clans who set up safe houses and moved between different locations. People showing their money etc, become the target [mark] The gang do not work alone. The very professional dip will have a back up, the gang cant afford them being arrested or attacked by the [mark] The dip takes place and immediately the blocker goes to work [old innocent looking guy]. The dip may pass on the goods to a third [the runner]. Your on holiday and are aware of the foreigner nearby do not assume that they are Spanish. The one of the lowest areas for pickpockets is Bucharest. So why don’t the Spanish Police arrest the Pea men, like wise report a theft to Police in Barcelona and you get a strange look.

[@XandraK10]

Great information Lucy. I’m just back from Benidorm safely, however what are the local police doing about this🤔

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Not a lot because so many crimes go unreported. As mentioned on the video, we need to crime numbers to reflect what's really happening to give the authorities a kick up the backside

[@andydunkerley8465]

I always swear by my shoulder strap bag From the airport with passport to home journey Dont often entertain my phone either

[@ianoliver7733]

See you in 10 days lucy the first thing I do when I get to the hotel is put all my valuables into the room safe why do you need a phone you are on holiday

[@marcchadwick240]

Hi lucy was there sat in the jungle bar, myself and partner was watching the pee men do there wrong beings, stuck out a mile very dangerous individuals thanks for the info stay safe lucy❤

[@rockroll456]

Good info cheers be in beni nov 6

[@davidwoodcock139]

They won’t ever get my belongings I’ve always looked around and see how some people are so stupid phone in their back pocket sticking out bags on the floor a distraction and it’s gone I have an inside pocket with a zip on it I only carry small cash amount , also huggers watch out for them

[@davidwoodcock139]

If you have your phone stolen how do the thieves send you an email where you don’t have your phone to click the link

[@fill1013]

Phones are not the only place you get emails

[@davidwoodcock139]

@@fill1013 it is if you’re on holiday

[@fill1013]

​@@davidwoodcock139 computers in hotels

[@MADDOGFILMS]

🙏

[@bernadettejaneczek4609]

Geeat Video

[@kennethausten]

World is swarming with crime now.. i would never visit these places I prefer my holidays in uk. Never use to. But it's safer for me. I do not live in a city where most problems are . Illegal immigration has increased crime putting many out of business. Sad state of affairs.

[@lorrainehughes1702]

Hi Lucy another good blog was stopped in old town last week by a lady beggar crying she said please please ring my papa I said no phone and walked away , just to make others aware as she was obviously after robbing the phone

[@purpleaki06]

That was my sister. My Papa is now dead. Thanks for your help.

[@lorrainehughes1702]

​@@purpleaki06 😢

[@johnhenry7214]

@@lorrainehughes1702 Whats the chances of that being her sister. I can smell $hite

[@barryacecardsherbert876]

Great advice I actually experienced the excuse me sir I'm lost I'm looking far hotel 🏨 can you look on your phone 📱 far me on Google maps this was outside the police 🚔 station near Morgan s I said I leave my phone 📱 in hotel 🛏 lots of bad people about and walked off about 6 months ago that he was only about 21 you wouldn't catch him outside a police station granted its closed at that hour 🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈 scum bags

[@sallyemery6398]

Can anyone tell us where we’ll find an Elvis tribute tonight in Benidorm?

[@judithwilloughby2631]

I miss you Lucy

[@sweetchildmine08]

Is there a profile for the ladies of the night? Are they English, Spanish, African, Asian, Eastern European? I know in Gran Canaria there are large groups of African women…is it the same in Beni? People talk about them all the time but no one actually describes them. Maybe it’s obvious if you are there? We visited last winter & didn’t see anything much going on. And the pickpockets? Seems like if they are mingling with the footy fans, they might be English? Wish people would just say.

[@LucyYoungTBE]

There are several different groups, different nationalities. you can generally spot them by a combination of their clothes and mannerisms. They aren't very discreet put it that way

[@kevinwilliams1421]

Phone, watch and wallet get left in safe…100 a night should be enough

[@DonnaIrwin-o1p]

Great advice.

[@debsday5445]

Why would anyone spend that much on a phone , ridiculous

[@paulstanando1975]

was in benidorm 2 weeks ago, first time back in 8 years, had been going yearly from 1998- 2016, i ment my wife over there and kept going back with family and our kids, so was really looking forward to returning after 8 years away, sorry to say I won't be back they scale of drug dealing is of the charts, the staff that try to get you into the bars, the ones that used to offer shots to entice you now just off drugs, certainly not a family place anymore..

[@thomasmooney4321]

10 years in prison woll stop it

[@marierobertson8267]

Interested to know, have u ever been a victim of these thieves? Advice from me, get urself a fone tether and for women u can actually get small wallets tht attach to ur bra for cards and money x

[@LucyYoungTBE]

Actually one Summer I went through about 5 phones in the space of a couple of months. That was when I used to party and drink a lot. I can't say how it happened (lost or stolen) all I know is I went out with my phone and didn't go home with it. Funnily enough it hasn't happened since i stopped drinking 5 years ago.

[@shuttayerface503]

Dont go stay safe

[@core-element]

The tubby bald guy in his 50's who works reception overnight at La Era Park is a lousy pick pocket who targets drunk people as they arrive back at the apartments, only I caught him, whipped 50 euro out the split second I opened my wallet and was looking away at reception but I glanced back just in time, I would not have believed you could be in and out of a wallet that fast if I had not seen it with my own eyes, Oh and the management don't care and Jet2 neither. He stands outside asking would you like some water, at the top of the entrance steps knowing he is just out of view of the reception camera. He was gonna get it and he knew it so backed off and then pointed to the 50 on the floor and suggested I had dropped it.