What do you do when your friend steals money from you?
Draw clear boundaries regarding future behavior and restitution. It’s OK to let her know that you won’t trust her until she can prove that she won’t steal again. Explain that you will end the friendship if she repeats the offense. If you aren’t extending forgiveness, you could end the friendship immediately.
What to say to a friend who stole from you?
For example, you might say, “I felt betrayed when I found out that you stole from me,” rather than, “You betrayed me when you stole from me.” Using “I” statements can make your friend feel less defensive and more open to communication. Speak calmly, and be genuine, honest and open with her.
What can you do if someone steals from you?
If your family member has stolen your identity, you will need to file a police report in order to remove fraudulent information from your credit report. Reporting your family member may be difficult, but bad credit can haunt you for years, so it’s important to protect yourself from the repercussions of their crime.
Why would a friend steal from you?
Stealing may be caused by jealousy, low self-esteem, or peer-pressure. Social issues like feeling excluded or overlooked can also cause stealing. People may steal to prove their independence, to act out against family or friends, or because they don’t respect others or themselves.
How do you deal with someone who steals your friend?
Take your friend aside and explain that you’re feeling a little left out. Be honest and considerate. It might be that your friend didn’t realize this, and will then fix the problem by including you more. Or, if something is upsetting them and causing them to get distant, they might tell you about it.
Can you call the police if someone steals your money?
If someone has stolen money and you want him held criminally responsible – and hopefully return the money – you normally need to contact the police to file a complaint. This includes filling out a police report and presenting the evidence that you have.
Will the bank refund stolen money?
Banks may take up to two weeks to refund stolen money after you report the theft. Some banks may replace the money as soon as the theft is reported, while others wait until they have completed an investigation and verified that charges are indeed fraudulent.
Is stealing a mental disorder?
Kleptomania (klep-toe-MAY-nee-uh) is the recurrent inability to resist urges to steal items that you generally don’t really need and that usually have little value. Kleptomania is a rare but serious mental health disorder that can cause much emotional pain to you and your loved ones if not treated.