Why do people get mugged?

[Wonk]

This is intended more as a starting point for a discussion about muggings in general than any kind of bash at Carlos in particular. I hope the cops manage to quickly bust the scum who held him up at gun point and recover his wallet and ID for him. I also hope Carlos is able to deal with this life episode without experiencing any long term PTSD symptoms.

[robsul82]

1. Because...

...they dress sexy and they're asking for it, of course!

Later.

RJS

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[Wonk]

3. I was mugged back in '91. Your story has me thinking of that again. nt

[oasis]

4. Muggers are ever on the lookout for a target or "mark". Predators in

the animal kingdom use the same tactics.

[HEyHEY]

5. I think they look for the easiest hit at the time

And go for it

[tom_paine]

6. A combination of #1 and #3

It is somewhat random, like a lightning strike.

But keeping your eyes downcast and your shoulders slumped is like wearing a foil helmet in a thunderstorm.

Combination of factors.

[kaitykaity]

7. Locking.

It is against DU rules to "call out" another
poster.

Thanks,

kaitykaity
DU Moderator