With the rise of CCTV and modern police surveillance methods, it's becoming increasingly difficult for criminals to get away with their crimes. Add in DNA testing and the easy sharing of information online, and it's extremely difficult to outrun the long arm of the law. It's not just these official methods that have made it difficult for those who would rather remain unseen. The past decade has seen the rise of pocket cameras, always-on camcorders and, most significantly, smartphones. Pick out any member of the public walking along a busy street, and chances are they'll have the ability to take a photo or record a video on the fly. On multiple occasions, crimes have been solved thanks to the (occasionally unwitting) help of the public. Photo or video evidence is one of the best ways to ensure a conviction, and the past decade has seen a huge rise in the admission of photographic evidence from bystanders. This article takes a look at 17 photos that managed to capture crimes in progress, without even being aware they were taking place. From video captures of street thieves to criminals captured in the act on Google Maps, each of these nefarious acts are now on record forever.
17. Caught In The Act
These two might have thought they'd found a nice, secluded place for a quick hand job, but no-one expects the Google car! Considering how terrible this 'hiding place' is, it's a wonder it wasn't the police that picked them up.
