Vancouver Sun
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Jul 28, 2026
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'Disturbing trend': Vancouver police warn of distraction thefts targeting seniors
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'Disturbing trend': Vancouver police warn of distraction thefts targeting seniors
Thirty-five seniors have been targeted in Vancouver this year, with $245,000 in jewelry and valuables stolen. Police say travelling crime rings are behind the thefts — and that families need to pay attention
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By Oksana Shtohryn
Published Jul 28, 2026
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