Folks, it’s worth reiterating: If you decide to flaunt your $1 million timepiece in dimly lit Miami strip clubs like the Booby Trap, exercise extra caution.
We understand the desire to show off your wealth and influence to the dancers, but consider purchasing a $500 knockoff Richard Mille and keeping the real deal safe in your South Beach condo for safekeeping. Let this serve as a valuable lesson.
According to official court records, a 42-year-old Florida man named Diego Jair Sabogal from Lake Worth, Florida, found himself in hot water due to an incident on March 26 at the infamous Miami strip club, the Booby Trap. Sabogal stands accused of employing a bump-and-distract scheme that resulted in the theft of a gentleman’s $1 million Richard Mille watch.
WSVN, a Miami news outlet, reported that the victim was initially oblivious to the theft because of the chaos and distraction tactics used. It didn’t take long, however, for the man to realize he’d fallen victim to a low-life who couldn’t resist disrupting a fellow’s lap dance.
The authorities eventually combed through surveillance footage and successfully identified the suspect. But the plot thickens. The police also traced Sabogal’s phone to the strip club and gained access to his iCloud, where they stumbled upon incriminating photos of the suspect flaunting the stolen watch. Ouch. Not the brightest move, alleged scumbag.
There are a multitude of lessons to take away from this incident:
- If you’re going to engage in low-life thievery, at least have the sense not to take pictures that could end up in the cloud.
- Sabogal likely used a credit card inside the club, which could have been cross-referenced to confirm his presence.
- Do a quick Google search on how to disable GPS tracking on your iPhone before entering a strip club, especially if you intend to act like a petty thief.
- Opt for the fake watch, and if a stripper asks, admit it’s a replica but suggest she come to your penthouse to see the genuine article. Just ensure her GPS tracker is turned off to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
- Gents should avoid any physical contact with other patrons at a strip club. If you witness such behavior, seek immediate refuge, like a private dance booth, and wait until the situation cools down. Notify security if someone is encroaching on your personal space. This should set off alarm bells, especially at a place like The Trap.
- Fun fact: The Booby Trap offers $150 bottle specials from noon to 7 p.m.
- For those looking for high-stakes beer pong, The Trap hosts a $1,000 beer pong tournament. Enjoy the action if you’re up for the challenge.