Gypsies, tramps and thieves


London, Paris and other parts of Europe are ripe for the picking – to petty criminals targeting unsuspecting tourists. And the fingers are pointed at gypsies, more correctly called Romas, who are mostly from Bulgaria and Romania.

IF you are one of the many Malaysians heading for London, Paris and other parts of Europe for the Hari Raya holidays, be cautious of the many gangs of pickpockets there who are targeting unsuspecting tourists.

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