AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department released safety tips after seeing an increase in cell phone thefts from pickpockets in downtown Austin.
APD said it would place new signs at high-density pedestrian spots in the downtown area.
“They will be affixed to temporary signs and will be moved frequently to increase the number of pedestrians that see them,” APD said. “Their purpose is to be a visible reminder to everyone to place your valuables, such as your cell phone, in places that are less likely to be easy targets for pickpocketing.”…