We see crime stories on TV everyday. But, when it happens to you in person, it’s just not as entertaining. There’s no overly-made up anchor there to tell your story, nor is your story concluded with a jazzy 30 second spot about how you can score a pay-what-they-pay deal on a oversized gas guzzler.
Not to say that I was the victim of a crime, but I did get to watch one unfold almost right in front of me just this last weekend.
Coming out of the Trader Joe’s in the Grove (or “Elk Grove” for you hip-to-be-square types) on Saturday afternoon, I heard some screams for help in the parking lot. At first I thought it was just kids goofing off, as they are apt to do. But instead, it was a purse-snatching. I saw a confused group of people around this one car, and this guy bolting out of the lot carrying a purse. Another gentleman was in hot pursuit. Our thief, having a large headstart, made it to a red Toyota Celica (a 1990ish model), jumped in and took off, going south on Bruceville Ave.
I’m hoping the guy chasing after him got the license plate, and I really hope he gets his man-purse back.
It turns out that the exiting-car-pursegrab is a common MO for purse-snatchers, according to the captain of my hockey team, who also works for the Sac County Sheriff’s department. Thieves like to grab at purses when the victim is most vulnerable, and, when you’re entering or exiting a vehicle, you’re somewhat compromised.
So, as always, keep very aware of your surroundings and belongings, no matter where you are. And, if you know the idiot that wears a white football jersey and drives a red Celica, who now all of a sudden carries a purse, tell him that carrying a purse is just not cool, man. Especially one that you stole.
The Sac Rag 
Yet another reason to bring back the fanny pack. Get on board before EVERYONE’s doing it…again:
http://www.43things.com/things/view/27966
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It’s a wonder that more purse snatchers don’t hang outside of nail salons, as exiting patrons are likely to be too distracted about smudging their newly polished nails to be able to ward off would-be thieves.
And for those looking for a nice, inexpensive mani-pedi, might I suggest Ultimate Nails at Loehmann’s Plaza. They’re relatively quick, don’t skimp on the hand/feet massage portion, and are usually showing a chick flick on their plasma TV. (After that, head next door to Thai House for some chicken satay and mango with sticky rice, or go across the way to Scott’s Seafood & sit at the bar for a nice bowl of bisque and your drink of choice.)
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