I use to think because I was such a nice person that I was immune from the ills of the world...that is until 2006 when in just 12 mths I had a wallet full of rent money, clothes stole from me at a laundry mat, and my house broken into while I was at work. Those events opened my eyes really quick!!
We live in a different time, people are desperate and selfish. They will do whatever it takes to meet their needs even if it means taking what is rightfully yours. Yes there are loads of honest and good people in the world too but we must always take care of ourselves even if that means having our guards up continuously.
End of my sermon
I'm glad your co worker was okay...such a sad thing for her to have to endure.