Albert: When traveling in cities, l used to worry about being pickpocketed.Albert: That's it. You've let your guard down, and consequently, he's nabbed your wallet.Then l learned how pickpockets do it. That taught me how to prevent it from happening to me.

Ali: So how do they do it?Albert: Well, to begin with, then look for someone on the street who has stopped to look at buildings or people.That's one of the reasons tourists are an easy mark.Albert: The pickpocket will often pretend to bump into the victim by accident.Come on. My wallet couldn't possibly be stolen that easily.Ali: Then what happens?He might act as it he's dizzy.He may ask where you're from, act really friendly, and try to shake your hand.Ali: Then what?Albert: At this point, he might pretend to lose his balance and fall against you.Like that (falling over).Ali: Then what?Ali: Are you kidding?Albert: Are you sure?Ali: I'm positive.Albert: Then what's this in my hand?Ali: My wallet!