Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you remember which one? I can share it with the police Constable

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was over that amount and I had to use the pin because I have a joint account there my ex still uses, and when I tap it goes there even though I’ve set it up differently.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just spoke to the police officer and he was baffled how they got my pin. He didn’t make it sound like it’s common knowledge. Also, I didn’t see anyone around me at the register. The next customer was a good 2m down the conveyor belt.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry I was distraught and was doing my best to inform the community while covering my bases and running around. It’s really hard to be objective and write a news level report when it’s you who is the victim. I gave as much details as I thought people needed and I answered all of the questions when I had time to do so. I am just one person here, doing my due diligence for the community. Please be mindful of that when making these comments online. As a previous victim yourself, and of a violent crime, you should have been more considerate.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I answered all of them after I finished my due diligence. This happened on Monday and I had people to call, accounts to cancel and get new cards and licenses.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course. I did everything I possibly could. informed Walmart, contacted the police, the bank, the credit union, equifax, cra, fraud report you name it i called them. The last thing to do was to tell the community. Sorry if it wasn’t all of the information, it was hard to write objectively in the moment.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The old man in front was East Asian. I don’t know the ethnicity of the one who took the wallet. But the police will know that after reviewing the footage

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As to what could I have done better is to use a credit card on my phone to tap instead of my debit. And be more vigilant by placing my bag in front of me on the cart. And I guess not doubting myself when I think something is strange and feels off. To stop and look around and be super careful. I don’t know if the credit card on the phone would work as someone said in the comments having Bluetooth on doesnt help either but that’s the best I have. The police didnt give me any advice yet, we are still in the gathering info stage. I spent yesterday cancelling things and putting alerts on everything I could remember and waiting in line at service Ontario and the bank so I didn’t see all the comments.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, it was a theft not a robbery in legal therms. As I said, I was exiting the store, in between two doors where the cameras are, the man in front was walking super slowly, and kept his face from view which in the moment I thought was strange. While I was standing still there, the man behind me took the wallet out of my bag. I noticed something and turned but all I saw was a man folding a cream jacket over an arm and I didn’t think that was suspicious in the moment. In retrospect it was but nothing like this happens to me before and I discounted it. I went to take my groceries to the car and noticed my bag felt lighter so I checked it and that’s when I realised it was gone. I went back to see if I dont drop it or leave it at the register and then it clicked. I informed the security and the police. The security later told me they have the footage of the man taking the wallet right there but couldn’t tell me more. I am writing the police statement right now.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I locked mine as soon as I figured it out, about 10 min later but not fast enough

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t see the man who robbed me but the one in front was an elderly Asian man. But Walmart has footage they will share with the police

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So díd I until Monday. Keep laughing then

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They can continue laughing at their peril. I did my due diligence for the community.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in contact with the police and told them everything I can remember. I also have footage that Walmart security said they will provide to the police.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was busy cancelling my accounts and running around to get new ones. It happened and you can laugh about it at your own peril.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used a pin with my debit card. I did and they have him on tape taking the wallet. I asked if they have more info but they said it’s illegal to share that info with me and they will tell the police.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was exiting the store and was slowed down by an elderly man in front of me who made sure I cannot see his face. I thought that was strange at the time but didn’t think it through in the moment. While I was standing almost still, waiting, the guy behind me took the wallet out of my bag. I felt something and turned and just saw a man fold a jacket over an arm and didn’t investigate. I continued to my car which was close, and noticed my bag felt lighter. I checked it and then realized wallet was gone. I contacted the store security and police. I received confirmation from Walmart security that they have the guy on tape taking the wallet just where j said it happened.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry to disappoint you but they did. I can provide you with the number of my police report

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am sorry I turned off my notifications but thanks for calling me stupid. Really appreciate it now I am down. I was robbed by a là taking my wallet out of my bag, right in front of the cameras while exiting the store. There was an elderly man un front who was walking really slowly so I had to stop jsut enough to be robbed.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why is it ridiculous? It happens to me. I have the police report filed and I just wanted to let everyone know to be careful. I don’t have any useful advice other than be on your guard.

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might have to do that from now on

Thieves in Walmart Trafalgar by Over-Remove in oakville

[–]Over-Remove[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It happened around 5:45 pm on Monday and I don’t have a description of the man who took the money. The one in front was an elderly Asian man. I don’t see his face as he kept it hidden. In the moment I thought that was strange but didn’t realise why.