In public places, thieves often use various distraction tactics to successfully steal from others. Here are some common tactics: 1. **Creating chaos**: Thieves may attract the attention of people around them by making unexpected noises or disturbances, such as deliberately falling or knocking over items. At this time, they will take the opportunity to steal the target item. 2. **Teamwork**: One thief may act friendly and take the initiative to talk to the victim or ask questions, while another steals the property. They may cooperate tacitly through eye contact or body language. 3. **Use disguise**: Thieves may pretend to be service staff (such as cleaners, couriers, etc.) to get close to the target to steal. This can reduce the vigilance of people around them. 4. **Set up obstacles**: Thieves may deliberately stand in blocked passages or places with high traffic to distract the crowd or block the victim's view to create opportunities for themselves. 5. **Take advantage of unexpected situations**: For example, on public transportation, thieves may steal at the moment when the door opens and everyone is concentrating on getting off the bus. 6. **Pay attention to the target's behavior**: The thief will choose the time to strike based on the target's behavior, such as when he sees the victim busy on the phone or concentrating on something. 7. **Creating a false impression**: For example, someone may pretend to be looking for something to attract the attention of others, so that other more obvious thefts will not be noticed. 8. **Use of props**: Some thieves may use props (such as newspapers, handbags, etc.) to cover up their methods and avoid being noticed. To avoid becoming a target of thieves, the public should be vigilant in public places, pay attention to their surroundings, keep their belongings safe and be alert.