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26-DEC-2011 Dick Keely

The Unlucky Thief!

Valparaiso, Chile

This guy snatched my wallet while I was taking photos in the main square in Valparaiso. I chased him down a street and he was met by a policeman on a motorbike who arrested him. I got my wallet back with nothing missing. It was an interesting experience. I'm now carrying less cash in my wallet and have it better hidden. More of the joys of being a photographer! I was very impressed with the quick and professional action of the police.

Canon Powershot G12
1/1250s f/2.8 at 6.8mm iso200 full exif

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monica memoli11-Jan-2015 23:12
Wow! In the center of the news! v
Milan Vogrin02-Oct-2012 18:33
Great image you get!V!
borisalex28-Dec-2011 10:00
Wow.. what a story..luckily you got your wallet back! Good reportage shot! It happened to me in Buenos Aires similar, they where trying to get my camera bag..guys from Chile!
Guest 28-Dec-2011 00:50
Wow, lucky you to get your wallet back and to get this picture too.
Barbara Read and Fred Schaad27-Dec-2011 23:33
Chasing after the thief is not always the best plan of action but it worked out well for you that day. Voted
Karen Stuebing27-Dec-2011 22:49
Super photojournalism. Sorry you were part of it but it ended it well and got you this great photo. V.
John Hamers27-Dec-2011 22:39
Great action shot !! V
woody3427-Dec-2011 21:34
Maybe the wrong time depends which way you look at it..
woody3427-Dec-2011 21:30
"Great capture" You were on the spot at the right time..well done.
Paolo Peggi (aka Bracciodiferro)27-Dec-2011 19:17
Great shot and timing! V
Paolo
Leo Charette27-Dec-2011 19:15
Wow... you are fortunate...and him...not so much ;0
Guest 27-Dec-2011 19:10
Oh dear! Something's gone wrong here. Great capture.
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