How To Prevent Carjackings
27 simple steps to help prevent Carjackings
Always be aware of your surroundings, watch for strange movements, sudden knee jerk reactions and remember that you do not have to go to your vehicle alone at night if you are afraid. Call someone, Police, valet, if at work- a supervisor, maintenance man or coworker. Carjacking of parked vehicles depends on a small amount of inattention by the victim and the element of surprise. A wise carjacker will lie in wait in or under your vehicle, behind another vehicle, by a bush, tree or some other hiding place out of eyesight. Most victims say they never saw the carjacker until they appeared at their car door. To reduce your risk of being carjacked, we have listed some common sense steps below:
Whenever possible, park in well-lighted areas, if you plan to arrive/leave after dark
Don't park in isolated or visually obstructed by two large vehicles that can obstruct views, near walls or heavy foliage
Use valet parking or an attended garage, whenever you're driving alone
As you walk to your car be alert to suspicious persons sitting in cars
Carry your keys between your fingers, or have a Stunning Device or Pepper Spray
Ask for a security escort if you are alone at a shopping center
Watch out for young males loitering in the area (handing out flyers, etc)
If someone tries to approach, change direction or run to a busy store
Follow your instincts if they tell you to walk/run away to a busy place
As you approach your vehicle, look under, around, and inside your car
If safe, open the door, enter quickly, and lock the doors
Don't be a target by turning your back while loading packages into the car
Make it your habit to always start your car and drive away immediately
Teach and practice with your children to enter and exit the car quickly
In the city, always drive with your car doors locked and windows rolled up
When stopped in traffic, leave room to maneuver and escape, if necessary
Never tailgate the city, you will always need the turn out space if you feel threatened or an accident happens in front of you
If you are bumped in traffic, by young males, be suspicious of the accident
Call Police immediately, and do not leave your vehicle
Wave to follow, and drive to a gas station or busy place before getting out
If you are ever confronted by an armed carjacker don't resist
Give up your keys or money if demanded without resistance
Don't argue, fight or chase the robber. You can be seriously injured
Never agree to be kidnapped. Drop the cars keys and run and scream for help
If you are forced to drive, consider crashing your car near a busy intersection so bystanders can come to your aid and call the police
Reprogram your Tom-Tom or Garman GPS home to your local Police Headquarters so if your vehicle is jacked or stolen, they will not get your home and family also
Call the police immediately to report the crime and provide detailed information
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by: Erie Shore Security Products
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