A local male Arts and Crafts vendor was almost victim of a theft from local turf burglar this morning Monday 24th June, at 10:30am broad daylight along the Ahuia Street towards Gordons Business Centre, Port Moresby. The local vendor after a long morning of selling out his crafts products made his way from Theodist with the intention to check on his companions after the Waigani Tunnel. Walking alone, the burglar attacked him in attempt to steal his earnings and belonging, but was saved by individuals nearby the area. The failed violent attempt resulted with the victim bleeding from his right side forehead which came in contact with a metal object during the struggle to defend himself. Eye witnessed assumed the object was believed to be a scrap metal used as a weapon, the local vendor promised the burglar to come back with reinforcements, which was assumed to be his friend and family members according to the public. The local vendor was saved by the public members who managed to scare of the street burglar due to the high number of individuals ready to interfere. The burglar escaped through the drain pavement directly opposite Waigani Tunnel Service Station at Ahuia Street. According to witnesses, the local vendor was lucky to escape with his belongings as he was already over powered until their arrival in numbers that scared the burglar. The victim and burglar were both male and believed to be in the ages of late 20’s to 30 and from central province. Majority of witnesses suggest that it is no longer safe even for men to travel alone, especially in new territories, and especially if these incidents can happen in the city. The crowd even further questioned, “Where are police when you need them.” From observation and remarks from the public, travelling in the vicinity of Port Moresby needs to be in pairs or a group to maintain safety for yourself, family and companions.