iPod Crime Wave

Did iPods cause a crime wave?

I don't believe that peoples lust for a $200 piece of electronics would drive them to crime, if so then why aren't laptops creating a similar crime wave?

I do think the people wearing iPod (or any other set of headphones) are more attractive targets for criminals because these people are by definition less aware. It is worth remembering that a showing off an expensive piece of equipment can draw some unwanted attention.