A carjacking can be a distressing event for those who fall victim to it. It's crucial to remember that your well-being and safety should always take priority over any material possessions.
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Basic tips to reduce the opportunity of a carjacking:
Park in well-lit areas and near building access doors.
Ensure you practice good situational awareness and be hyperaware of your surroundings of any suspicious persons and/or vehicles following you or near you.
Reverse your vehicle into parking spaces. This gives you a great view of your surroundings and a safer exit.
Have your keys/fob ready when attending your vehicle.
Enter or exit the vehicle with a purpose.
Anytime you are in your vehicle whether you are driving, stopped or parked make sure your vehicle doors are locked. If possible keep your windows rolled up as well.
Don’t stop too close behind the vehicle in front as it may result in blocking you in.
Avoid driving alone whenever possible.
Don’t stop for stranded motorists. If desired call for assistance without exiting.
If involved in a motor vehicle collision be mindful of how many occupants are in the other vehicle and pull over in a well populated area. Some carjackers may initiate a collision to get you to exit your car.
Consider equipping your vehicle with anti-theft devices, dash cams and aftermarket GPS trackers.
In the event you are a victim of a carjacking, ensure you comply with any demands and don’t fight. Remain calm, do not make any sudden movements and articulate your actions to the carjacker.
Note as many physical descriptors of the suspects including, height, weight, gender, clothing, even speech/accents and other vehicles they may have arrived in. Contact Police as soon as possible and provide the last known direction of travel of the vehicle.