A Nigerian lady, who had been diligently saving up millions of naira to purchase a brand-new iPhone 16 Plus, was left heartbroken when the phone was stolen just an hour after she bought it.
The unfortunate incident was shared on X (formerly Twitter), where a post revealed that the woman had bought the phone earlier in the day, but before she could even fully enjoy her new device, it was taken from her.
According to the details shared, she had plugged in the phone to give it its first full charge when an unknown individual took advantage of the situation and made away with the device the moment it reached 100%.
“Someone saved up and bought an iPhone 16 Plus this morning, and it was stolen just an hour ago,” the post read, leaving many social media users shocked and sympathizing with the victim.
Further reports indicate that the theft took place in an unsecured environment, and by the time the owner realized what had happened, the culprit had already disappeared.
“She was charging it for the first time. It was stolen as soon as it was fully charged,” the post added, sparking discussions online about security concerns and the risks of leaving valuables unattended.
As the post gained traction, many social media users took to the comment section to express their sympathy, frustration, and opinions on the matter.
See some reactions below:
@urchyberry: “iPhones are traceable, whether off or on. If the person knows what to do, she can get it back. Whoever is buying that phone is buying trouble.”
@Kuwade1: “Damn!!!! Can’t imagine the pain. Saving for months, then losing it in an instant.”
@__GUZMAN101: “Na person wey Sabi am. Someone close must have had a hand in this.”
@EniBaby55226: “Make she save up again. Radarada. Some people don’t even have phones at all.”
@iamdamilare: “If she activated Find My iPhone, she can still trace it and lock it. I hope she did.”
@BigTeeReal: “Buying an expensive phone is one thing, protecting it is another. She should have been more careful.”
Many users also debated whether the phone could still be recovered using Apple’s tracking features, while others blamed the environment for a lack of security.
As discussions continue, the lady’s misfortune serves as a stark reminder of the need for extra caution when handling valuable possessions in public places.
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