New Crime Trend: How ‘Sliders’ Steal From Victims At Gas Stations

Although some “sliders” are apprehended, the vast majority of sliders are never caught and the most common target is women and their purses. “It’s your [property], protect it. The easiest way to protect is keep it locked it, keep it with you and don’t leave it in the vehicle unoccupied,” says Officer Wood. The entire crime takes an average of 19 seconds.