Police Warn of Rising 'Jugging' Crime Trend Across the Nation
UNITED STATES, JUN 20 – Law enforcement agencies report jugging crimes in multiple states, with Texas proposing harsher felony penalties and victims losing up to $6,000 in single incidents, officials said.
- Police across the nation warn of a rising crime trend called jugging, where criminals follow victims after bank or ATM withdrawals.
- Jugging involves suspects observing victims at banks or ATMs, then tracking them to rob, often inside their vehicles, with the crime spreading from Texas to South Carolina.
- In response, Texas legislators introduced House Bill 1902 to designate jugging as a separate criminal offense with felony charges and enhanced penalties if signed by the governor by September 1.
- Authorities advise avoiding routine ATM visits, staying alert, locking car doors, not counting cash publicly, and quickly securing withdrawn money to reduce jugging risks.
- If approved, the law will increase legal consequences for jugging crimes and highlight growing law enforcement focus on this violent robbery method.
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