Big F'n Dave Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Last Thursday night outside Wrigley Field, JulieB and I were headed back to the hotel when I realized my wallet was gone. I had it secured (I thought) in the bottom front pocket of my cargo shorts, but I apparently ran across a world-class pickpocket. Just outside the stadium, we were caught up in a throng of people so thick that someone could've probably given me a hand job without my knowing it and that's where I assume the deed occurred. Whoever got it wound up with about $300 cash, my bank card, two credit cards, driver's license, SS card, work ID, and all kinds of other sh*t I'm sure I'll remember as time passes. One of the credit cards was used less than two hours after the game at a restaurant a couple miles away. I spent all day Friday on the phone with banks and credit cards and I'm not gonna get hung with any charges, but with my license and SS card gone, I'm trying to figure out how to protect myself from further fraud. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 let this be a lesson, dave. you are way too f'n old to be wearing cargo shorts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big F'n Dave Posted July 28, 2008 Author Share Posted July 28, 2008 let this be a lesson, dave. you are way too f'n old to be wearing cargo shorts. Just because you're ashy white legs must remain covered doesn't mean everyone's should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Last Thursday night outside Wrigley Field, JulieB and I were headed back to the hotel when I realized my wallet was gone. I had it secured (I thought) in the bottom front pocket of my cargo shorts, but I apparently ran across a world-class pickpocket. Just outside the stadium, we were caught up in a throng of people so thick that someone could've probably given me a hand job without my knowing it and that's where I assume the deed occurred. Whoever got it wound up with about $300 cash, my bank card, two credit cards, driver's license, SS card, work ID, and all kinds of other sh*t I'm sure I'll remember as time passes. One of the credit cards was used less than two hours after the game at a restaurant a couple miles away.I spent all day Friday on the phone with banks and credit cards and I'm not gonna get hung with any charges, but with my license and SS card gone, I'm trying to figure out how to protect myself from further fraud. Thoughts? let this be a lesson, dave. you are way too f'n old to be wearing cargo shorts. i wear cargo shorts specifically so i can have my wallet in front like you do. azz probably carries a man purse. my wife's company just sent her a letter saying they got some computers stolen with employees' personal info on it. they signed her up for a free credit monitoring service. i can get you the name if you want, but most of the major credit reporting companies offer them. that's what i'd do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westvirginia Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 You probably don't have anything to be worried about other than what you've already done, but the simplest way is to call the three credit bureaus and have them put a fraud alert at the very top of your credit report. That's important - at the very top. That way your ID is double-checked any time you apply for credit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 you need to call the social security department ASAP. That might be the most valuable thing you lost and the one that is going to be the biggest headache. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big F'n Dave Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 you need to call the social security department ASAP. That might be the most valuable thing you lost and the one that is going to be the biggest headache. Called this morning and they made it sound surprisingly simple. Just bring a valid ID (my duplicate DL) and they'll walk me through an online application. Should take about two weeks, they said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Not to rub salt in the wound but why the hell did you have your SS card on you? I mean even you can remember 9 numbers, right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 No f'n way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Geez......i am sorry for you Dave! I apologize for a great city, though that's not going to help. My FIL many years ago was almost picked on an escalator going to a Cub's game. He was in his 80's, but street smart (not to say you weren't). 2 guys in front of him fell back on him. The third guy was groping for his wallet. FIL grabbed his wallet and started yelling (we were 5 steps behind him). They ran away, he still had his wallet. When we got down to the other EL platform, someone else got nailed as he was on a pay phone talking to the police! You did everything right, but these are pros! I am sorry this tainted your trip! It was great meeting you and I hope you come back some day, regardless of this incident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) Geez......i am sorry for you Dave! I apologize for a great city, though that's not going to help. My FIL many years ago was almost picked on an escalator going to a Cub's game. He was in his 80's, but street smart (not to say you weren't). 2 guys in front of him fell back on him. The third guy was groping for his wallet. FIL grabbed his wallet and started yelling (we were 5 steps behind him). They ran away, he still had his wallet. When we got down to the other EL platform, someone else got nailed as he was on a pay phone talking to the police! You did everything right, but these are pros! I am sorry this tainted your trip! It was great meeting you and I hope you come back some day, regardless of this incident. On a side note, rr has now purchased season tickets to the Chicago F'n Bears. (sorry to hear dave) Edited July 29, 2008 by Chief Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratesownninjas Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 let this be a lesson, dave. you are way too f'n old to be wearing cargo shorts. Incorrect, no one should wear cargo shorts, at any age. In all seriousness, putting anything in the cargo pockets is an invitation to pickpockets to grab your wallet. The closer it is against you the better ie back pocket, the better... That way you should at least be able to feel when the pickpocket takes your stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Agent Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 The biggest thing you've learned is not to carry that SS card with you. There's just no reason for it. I have never been asked to provide my SS card for any reason. I'm not even sure I have mine. I may have lost it years ago. The number counts...the card is worthless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big F'n Dave Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 Not to rub salt in the wound but why the hell did you have your SS card on you? I've always carried it in my wallet. Why? I've no idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 I've always carried it in my wallet. Why? I've no idea. That is kind of odd. I don't think I've ever seen my SS card. Interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montster Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) I've always carried it in my wallet. Why? I've no idea. i do too. guess i'll learn from dave's mistake. Edited July 29, 2008 by montster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 That is kind of odd. I don't think I've ever seen my SS card. Interesting. That's because you don't have one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 sorry to hear this, man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Look at it this way, in a round about way you have given hope to 20 illegal mexicans that now have a brand new social security number and a non-ethnic last name. Sorry to hear man, that really sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Look at it this way, in a round about way you have given hope to 20 illegal mexicans that now have a brand new social security number and a non-ethnic last name. Dave Enchilada Sounds ethnic to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABearWithFurniture Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Put the wallet in one of the cargo short's pocket with the velcro tabs on it...can hear that thing a mile away when it opens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmarc117 Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 a guy from work had his pocket cut to get his wallet. he passed out on the el one night and woke up to find his front pocket had been cut with a razor to get his wallet out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Yikes! Sorry to hear this, Dave. I also carry my cash and cards in a buttoned cargo pocket thinking that was pretty safe. Others have given good advice - do all you can to protect that SS# & make sure the credit agencies and your banks know what happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Look at it this way, in a round about way you have given hope to 20 illegal mexicans that now have a brand new social security number and a non-ethnic last name. Sorry to hear man, that really sucks. If that happens, his Social Security will be CAKE. There are SS #s that multiple illegals aliens use that have MILLIONS in contributions in... The only thing I can think of other than a money belt is one of those chain wallet things. I have always thought wear cargo shorts with Velcro that makes a lot of noise is the best defense... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 a guy from work had his pocket cut to get his wallet. he passed out on the el one night and woke up to find his front pocket had been cut with a razor to get his wallet out. Passes out on the el? Lucky it wasn't his throat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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