In a new threat to American society, police are raising alarms about a dangerous new crime trend sweeping across the nation, targeting bank and ATM users, called “jugging.”
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As law-abiding citizens, it’s crucial to understand and protect ourselves from this cunning strategy.
With unsettling reports emerging from Texas to South Carolina, the need for immediate awareness and action is essential.
‘Jugging’ involves criminals, often using rented or stolen cars, watching victims withdraw large sums of money, only to follow and rob them at a secondary location.
A notable incident in South Carolina involved a landscaping business owner losing $6,000 for payroll after being targeted.
Surveillance even captured a man in South Carolina being attacked in his truck.
This trend, which some say rhymes with mugging, is picking up momentum with alarming speed.
As Fox News notes, “Jugging is defined as the act of following a victim from a commercial business or financial institution, commonly a bank or ATM, for the purpose of robbing them at a secondary location.”
Upstanding Americans need to be alert and prepared.
“Jugging rhymes with mugging. It’s spread from Texas to South Carolina. Law enforcement warns that it could be over in a flash,” said Fox News Senior Correspondent Steve Harrigan.
The Berlin Police Department has advised individuals to be aware of their surroundings and avoid distractions when withdrawing money, emphasizing the importance of discreetly handling cash and securing vehicle doors upon entry.
For personal security, consider varying routines and resorting to digital payments whenever possible.
Dallas police report a concerning rise in jugging incidents, further underlining the severity of this threat.
In North Texas, a gym owner became a potential victim, losing $5,000 after a bank withdrawal.
Texas has responded by making jugging a state-jail felony under House Bill 1902, with penalties ranging from 180 days in jail to life imprisonment.
“If you think you’re being followed, don’t go home. Go to a public place or straight to the police,” officials advise.
With the surge of “jugging” cases, awareness and vigilance are our best defenses.
Ensuring personal safety by implementing these recommendations can deter criminals eager to benefit from our hard-earned money.
Law enforcement warns the crime can be over in seconds as criminals work in teams to target unsuspecting victims. https://t.co/26w5E0cMRd
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