Set a thief to catch a thief - that's the old saying. But in a television-age twist, China Central Television used two reformed thieves to present tips on how to avoid being robbed, reports Beijing Times.

Zhao Hong and Cai Yu (not their real names), two former hardened criminals, revealed to the audience the modus operandi of most thieves.

Drawing from their own vast experience, they gave some practical advice on how to avoid becoming victims.

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