I've seen more smashed windshields in 5 years living in San Francisco than in 18 years living in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Last month, I went to the Fisherman's Wharf

I've seen more smashed windshields in 5 years living in San Francisco than in 18 years living in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Last month, I went to the Fisherman's Wharf area to pick up some lunch, and my wife was waiting in the car near the restaurant. She witnessed a car break-in just across the street from her. In broad day light. We reported it to police, including car plate for the perpetrators (my wife somehow had the presence of mind to take a photo of the thieves' car), but during the call, the police officer was like "we can't keep holding the phone line, maybe call us later".