Beware of pickpockets and other Amsterdam, Netherlands Warning Or Danger Tips

Although I have never had anything stolen from me, it is general knowledge that in a large city like Amsterdam, you need to be careful.
At the various entries to the Kalverstraat, you see these signs:

Let op zakkenrollers!
Beware of pickpockets!
Hüten Sie sich für Taschendieben!
Attention aux Pickpockets!

Isn't it funny that the French don't have their own word for pickpockets?

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In light of the many Danger/warning tips about Amsterdam, I'd like to show another view.

I don't perceive Amsterdam to be unsafe. Here's why:

I travelled a lot to Amsterdam for about 2 years when I worked there in the center, just behind Leidseplein (a famous nightlife location). As a woman alone, I walked or took a tram every day to my workplace from Central Station. Often late at night as well. I was never bothered by anyone, simply steered clear of suspicious individuals or groups. And I never felt unsafe.
I suppose that exudes a certain confidence which makes you less of a target. Or I've been lucky.

Unfortunately, a lot of tourists are attracted to Amsterdam because of coffeeshops and Red Light District. Both are on the fringes of legality. And so one shouldn't be surprised to be confronted with more crime. Or rather: don't complain too much, because one shouldn't seek out trouble, no?

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The link below sums up quite well what disabled people can expect in Amsterdam. It's an old city, many cobbled streets. Enfin, you can read it at the link!

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