WTF Quote Of The Day

If you know me well, you'll realize that I hardly touch on any current affairs. The way I see it, if you want current affairs - go read the newspapers or watch the news.

Today however, is an exception.

Was reading the newspapers and I came across the headline in The Star "Salesgirl on way to work found dead". Another victim. It has become almost like an everyday occurance in the papers these days. I think there have been 4 - 5 within the last 2 weeks.

From the article, the victim decided to walk to work instead of taking the bus - against her family's advice. Its a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time I guess.

So where does the "WTF Quote Of The Day" come in? Here's a quote from the article:

Her brother said her handbag, which contained an umbrella and a water bottle, was missing.

However, Shu Chen’s other belongings, including money, mobile phone, ATM cards and house keys were found in the pockets of her pants.

Johor Baru (South) OCPD Asst Comm Roslan Ahmad said police would investigate the case as murder.

He said the cause of death could not be ascertained yet as a post mortem had yet to be carried out.

ACP Roslan said police would look into all possibilities including snatch theft.

However, he said: “Do not assume it is snatch theft, as her money, phone and cards were left on her.”

Now, it was determined that her money, phone and cards were in her pants pockets a few paragraphs above.

So, assuming that it was a snatch theft (and it does appear like one), was the thief/thieves supposed to snatch her pants away? They targetted the bag and that's whats missing. How can one not assume that it was a snatch theft?

Unless they're investigating some other crime here.

Condolences to the victim's loved ones.