Newcomer Motochorro-d

[TastyCSalr]

Today, I strolled through the streets relying on Google Maps for guidance. As I crossed a pedestrian crossing, a motorcyclist approached. Anticipating the typical maneuver of vehicles attempting to cut me off, he surprised me by slowing down and stopping. Initially, I thought it was because I was almost done crossing, leaving no room for him to pass.

However, to my shock, the individual seized the arm holding my phone. With his other hand, he swiftly snatched the device from my grip. The entire incident unfolded within a couple of seconds, leaving me momentarily bewildered. By the time I comprehended what had transpired, he was already speeding away. Despite my attempts to chase after him, it quickly became evident that keeping pace was an impossible feat. Within the span of the next block, he skillfully turned the corner, disappearing from sight.

Here is where my phone was stolen: https://goo.gl/maps/F3MJ3nv9GpD2 - https://goo.gl/maps/fktnA1seJPv

I lost a phone of 270 euros, I reordered the same one (I will be home in a week). Normally I mitigate this kind of things by using a cheap phone in Argentina, but the battery of my old phone died, that is why I was using my main phone. I will be forced to buy a cheap phone here tomorrow (so I can communicate again with the people I know here.)

It was the first time I have been violently robbed. If I would have known what was happening, I could have kicked the guy of his moto (he was alone).

 

[earlyretirement]

First of all sorry this happened to you. In 20 years of living and working in Argentina I've only had one attempt at someone stealing my phone and it was a kid on a bicycle that swiped my iPhone out of my hand but fortunately he dropped it. But I have had MANY friends and employees and co-workers locally that have had their phones stolen. Especially in the subway.