CBS Local Boston: In-Flight Thieves Targeting Airline Travelers’ Carry-On Bags

CBS Local Boston: In-Flight Thieves Targeting Airline Travelers’ Carry-On Bags

Thieves have a new target when you’re flying and your valuables could be in jeopardy when they’re just a few feet from your seat on the plane. Imagine opening the overhead bin on your flight and finding your carry-on bag is gone.​

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“It’s easy pickings,” he said. Travel experts such as Hobica say theft on planes is a growing problem, with bags getting swiped, valuables stolen and pockets picked. Jewelry, money and medications are often the sought-after prizes, Hobica said. ​

 

Another argument for carry on box cutters