Originally Posted by
noglider
You have forgotten something. In order to qualify as a bike thief, you must be stupid. It's a requirement. Stupid people who are in a hurry to get away with their crimes will overlook things. Remember, this is a crime of opportunity, and they must be hasty as well as stupid.
I would say not always......
New York's underworld of stolen bikes - NY Daily News
also if you are looking for parts only a hacksaw would go thru most frames in seconds....
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