Pickpockets are always looking for easy targets - someone distracted, and not paying attention to their belongings. If you are in a restaurant or cafe, you might want to take off your crossbody or backpack for comfort. You might end up setting it on the floor next to you, or hang it on the back of you chair. A thief can then come by, spot your bag, and nonchalantly walk off with your belongings as you are engrossed in your meal or conversation.

To help prevent this type of theft from happening, our locking clasps straps allows you to unclasp your strap, wrap it around your chair or table leg, and keep the clasps closed with our locking screw bit.

Purse and bag theft is unfortunately a common issue in various countries around the world. While it's difficult to pinpoint specific nations, densely populated urban areas with bustling tourism and crowded public transportation systems often experience higher rates of such incidents. European cities like Barcelona, Rome, and Prague, known for their tourism appeal, have reported instances of purse snatching. Similarly, in countries like Brazil, India, and Thailand, bustling markets and crowded streets can provide opportunities for thieves to target unsuspecting individuals. Developing nations with economic disparities, such as some parts of Africa and Southeast Asia, also face challenges related to bag theft due to poverty-driven crimes. However, it is important to note that purse and bag theft can occur in any country, and travelers should always remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their belongings regardless of their destination.