Bank Heists on the Rise: What You Should Know About Jugging

A sneaky crime called "jugging" is making its way from Texas to New Jersey. It's not a type of juggling, but a clever way thieves steal money from people who just left a bank. Here's how it works: a thief rents or steals a car and waits outside a bank. They watch for someone carrying a bank bag or a lot of cash. Once the person leaves, the thief follows them. When the person stops somewhere else, the thief either robs them or breaks into their car to steal the money. This happened recently in Woodbury, New Jersey. A man from Houston, Texas, named Reginald Chatman Jr. , followed someone who had just taken money out of the bank. He broke into their car and stole the cash. Chatman is now in jail in Oklahoma City for a similar crime and will be sent to New Jersey to face charges. Police in Woodbury warn people to be careful when leaving banks or fancy stores. They say don't use your phone at the bank and hide your bank bags and envelopes. This crime is common in the south, especially around Houston, but it's spreading. So, keep your eyes open and stay safe!