The Daily Telegraph:

Extraordinary footage has emerged of the sophisticated sting that saw photographer Brett Costello robbed on the beach in Rio.

The brazen thieves stole a carry-on luggage case full of expensive equipment on the busy cafe district on Ipanema Beach in the middle of the day.

CCTV vision of the brazen theft at the Aussie coffee shop Kraft Cafe reveals Costello was targeted by a three-person gang of thieves, who look anything but opportunistic criminals.

I feel so bad for this photographer. He was obviously targeted by the team of thieves. It goes without saying to always keep an eye on your stuff when traveling and try to travel with a companion who can watch your gear when you get distracted. In a bizarre twist, he spotted his stolen photo vest on someone trying to enter the archery venue.