Neither do I. Unless you can't do what you want to do alone or with just one other guy. You take a big chance if you do.

If you are using local fences to get rid of what you stole. Then people will know who you are. But if your stealing small they are making money off you and your safe. Steal big that could be a problem.

If they need help they might approach you if they know you since you were a kid. You still might be safe.

If they don't know you that long. Then leave and go somewhere else to steal.