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String of 'Distraction Thefts' Prompts Saanich PD Warning

  • Two Chinese nationals, Liu Xitang and Wang Wei, were arrested and charged on June 4 for stealing cash and debit cards from passengers on a Kuala Lumpur-Singapore flight.
  • This arrest reflects a wider rise in in-flight thefts linked to organised syndicates exploiting increased air travel since the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • The Airport Police Division uses data analytics and patrol robots since 2023 to identify suspects and prevent quick escapes via short transit flights at Changi Airport.
  • Iata reported a 75% increase in in-flight thefts over 12-18 months, with 169 cases involving HK$4.32 million in valuables in Hong Kong and 146 reports in Malaysia in 2024.
  • Authorities advise passengers to remain vigilant, keep valuables close, and report thefts promptly as criminals often flee before investigations can intercept them.
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String of 'distraction thefts' prompts Saanich PD warning

Investigators believe the suspects may be linked to organized groups operating in the region

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