Police pinch prolific pickpocket suspects | Crime

Seattle police say they have arrested a pair of pickpockets responsible for "countless" thefts over the past year.

Investigators identified suspects, and detectives arrested the men Tuesday in Seattle.

Police say the pair worked downtown malls, buses and escalators. The well-dressed men, ages 48 and 58, would "sandwich" victims. The man in front would suddenly stop, causing the victim to bump into him. The following pickpocket would pretend to bump into the victim then steal his wallet.

Most victims didn't realize they had their pockets picked until later, police said.