Akara Etteh
Akara Etteh was walking out of a Tube station in London when a thief on an electric bike snatched his phone. Despite chasing them, the thief got away. This kind of theft is common, with 78,000 cases reported within a year in England and Wales.
Phone Location
Akara tracked his stolen iPhone to different locations in London using his laptop. However, the phone eventually ended up in Shenzhen, China, leaving him frustrated and unable to retrieve it.
Police Assistance
Akara reported the theft to the police, who closed the case due to difficulties in identifying the thief. Many victims like Akara face challenges in getting their stolen phones back.
Prevention Measures
To combat phone theft, authorities urge manufacturers to develop better tracking and disabling features for stolen devices. This could deter thieves and prevent illegal resale of stolen phones.
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