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  • Eyesore Watchtowers Reduce Pickpocketing

    Eyesore Watchtowers Reduce Pickpocketing

    The watchtowers installed in downtown Reykjavík earlier this summer got a makeover yesterday, reports RÚV. Their appearance drew criticism from many when they were first installed. Despite the backlash, the towers appear to have done their job — pickpocketing incidents have reportedly…

  • Watchtowers Installed To Fight Pickpockets

    Watchtowers Installed To Fight Pickpockets

    The Capital Area Police have installed watchtowers equipped with cameras near Hallgrímskirkja and along Skólavörðustígur in an effort to combat a rising number of pickpocketing incidents, reports Vísir. The towers have sparked mixed reactions among downtown residents, with many considering them an…