Dashcam Captures Snatching Incident At Road 10 in Manila
A dashcam captured a snatching incident along Road 10 (R10) in Manila, leaving many netizens worried about safety in the area.
Snatching is a type of theft where someone grabs or takes an item quickly and forcefully, often from a person or a vehicle, without their consent. It usually happens in public places and targets valuables like mobile phones, bags, jewelry, or other easily accessible items.
Snatchers typically act quickly to avoid being caught and often escape on foot or using vehicles like motorcycles. It is considered a form of robbery due to the use of force or surprise.
Recently, the Facebook page “VISOR” shared a video of a man quickly stealing an item from a truck stuck in traffic. The video immediately spread like wildfire on social media and elicited comments from netizens.
In the video, a small truck is seen stuck in heavy traffic on R10. A man suddenly approaches the truck’s open window, grabs something from inside, and quickly runs across the road to escape. The incident reportedly happened around 6 p.m. on December 16, 2024 (Monday).
Road 10, or Radial Road 10, is a major route connecting Roxas Boulevard to Manila’s ports, cutting through areas like Malabon and Navotas. Despite its importance, some residents have noted safety concerns, with similar thefts happening in the area.
Many netizens expressed their frustration about the lack of security. Some commented that such crimes have sadly become common in certain traffic-prone areas, especially during the evening rush hours.
The incident reminds commuters to stay alert, especially in areas where vehicles are often stuck in slow-moving traffic. Many are hoping for better security measures to prevent situations like this in the future.
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