Talking of people up to no good, has anyone ever heard the expression ‘hugging mugging’? It was new to me as well, but apparently, a chap catches your eye, then approaches with a big grin and arms open wide, and claims to be a long lost friend. Then, making his apologies for mistaking you for someone else shoots off on a moped. Then you find that you have been relieved of your wallet/purse.
This scam obviously relies on the ‘touchy feely’ way of life here, but as mentioned before, be vigilant and unless you know someone, don’t allow them to get too close