Thief – someone who takes something without permission: “The thief walked off with my bag while I wasn’t looking.”

Theft – if there’s been a “theft”, someone has stolen something.

Robber – someone who takes something, often with violence or the threat of violence. We often use “robber” to refer to someone who robs a bank: “The robber stole a lot of money from the bank.”

To rob – to use violence or the threat of violence to take something from someone: “They robbed me while I was on my way home.”

Burglar – someone who enters a property illegally with the intention of stealing something: “The burglar got in through an open window.”

Pickpocket – someone who steals money or a wallet from your pocket: “The pickpocket took her wallet as she was getting onto the train.”

To steal – to take something from someone: “The thief stole my camera while I wasn’t looking.”

Belongings – your “belongings” are your possessions – the things you own.

Suspect – someone who could be guilty of a crime.

Victim – someone who has been robbed, etc.

To report a crime – to tell the police about a crime.

Crime incident report form – a form that you must complete, with details about the crime.

To fill out a form – to complete a form.

To file an insurance claim – to inform the insurance company officially about a loss or injury so you can get compensation (money, etc.)