If you're going to try to snatch a shopping bag in broad daylight, maybe don't target a pro athlete.
Chicago Bears safetyJonathan Owenssays he was nearly robbed while walking around Milan during the 2026 Winter Olympics. But the would-be thief apparently didn't think the plan all the way through.
"Not somebody just tried to snatch my shopping bag in Milan," Owensposted on X on Sunday. "force of habit i had it tied around my hand so he couldn’t get it and took off running immediately….but still crazy."
Owens and his wife,Simone Biles(maybe you've heard of her), are in Italy to support Team USA during the Games.
Fans quickly pointed out the obvious flaw in the thief's strategy: attempting to outrun a professional football player. And Owens didn't seem impressed by the guy's athleticism.
"Not fast at all bro, his arms were moving faster than his legs lol Should’ve seen his face once he realized i turned around and he couldn’t grab it," Owenswrote in responseto a commenter.
Apparently, TikTok prepared him for the moment. So maybe the Chinese spy app is good for something.
"Honestly i know right, but it was no way he could get it off my hand, I’ve seen too many TikTok’s of that happening so i was prepared," Owensadded.
Simone Biles and husband Jonathan Owens in attendance at the Men Single Skating on day seven of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
(Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)
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