Louvre closes due to infestation of Romanian Pickpockets

[Dedworth]

Louvre closes over pickpockets

The Louvre was forced to close its doors as staff walked out in protest at the increasing problem of pickpockets working in the famous museum.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worl...ckpockets.html

[stevewool]

soon be here in england, better sew them pockets up

[Dedworth]

soon be here in england, better sew them pockets up

Sound advice Steve - of course they'll be joining the 1000's already here. The latest ploy seems to be theft of mobiles, covering them with a map or leaflet on the table whilst asking for directions

[stevewool]

we all say we wont get caught, but i think you are very lucky these days if you dont, always always look after everything and never trust anyone

[bigmarco]

Been thinking of taking the MRS on the Eurostar to Paris. After reading this I'm having second thoughts

[stevewool]

take her to derbyshire, to see the dales, the stately homes and castles, you both will be impressed