According to APD, there have been 129 victims of jugging this year in Austin. $1,322,319 has been stolen.
APD said it’s important for the public to stay aware while withdrawing cash. While at the bank, notice if anyone is lingering in the lobby or parking lot. When leaving, make sure you’re not being followed. If you are being followed, call 911. "That is usually when these things happen," said Sgt. Taylor. "When people make the stops right after their financial institution before they get to their business.
It was late October when Chelsea Judge’s husband stopped by a South Austin bank on his lunch break. He then ran a couple more errands before returning to work.Nothing was taken except for the envelope of cash that had been in a locked center console. Judge thought it was extra concerning that those responsible must have followed her husband on multiple errands before breaking into the car.
"It wasn’t a lot of money, fortunately for us, but I know that with this happening, people could be taking out life savings or taking out a down payment for a car or something," she said.All the news you need to know, every day
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