Recently, pickpocketing has become more frequent in Almaty, especially in public transport and bus stops. In this regard, city police officers are carrying out crime prevention and public awareness activities.
To combat this type of crime, the police hangs posters and memos in crowded places, such as public transport stops and inside buses. These materials contain basic pickpocket protection techniques and tips on how to recognize scammers.
Key recommendations:
• Be careful, especially in crowded places.
• Keep things, especially wallets, mobile phones and bags, in secure places (such as zipped pockets or bags that can be held in front of you).
• Do not leave valuables unattended, even if you are on public transport.
• Suspicious activity report the incident immediately to the driver or security personnel.
Remember that your attention and caution is the best way to prevent theft!

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mvd-almaty/press/news/details/964596?lang=kk