Car Jacking Tips

Follow these tips to help reduce your chances of being car jacked: 

• Walk with purpose, and stay alert. 
• Approach your car with the key in hand. Look around and inside the car before getting in. 
• Park in well-lighted areas, near sidewalks or walkways. 
• Avoid parking near dumpsters, woods, large vans or trucks, or anything else that limits your visibility. 
• Never leave valuables in plain view, even when the car is locked. Put them out of sight in the trunk.
• Keep doors locked and windows rolled up, no matter how short the distance or how safe the area. 
• Look around, especially at places where you slow down or stop, such as garages and parking lots, intersections, self-service gas stations, and car washes, highway entry and exit ramps, and ATMs. 
• When coming to a stop, leave enough room to maneuver around other cars, especially if you sense trouble and need to get away. 
• Avoid driving alone, if possible. 
• Travel with someone, especially at night. 
• Don't stop to assist a stranger whose car has broken down. Help instead by driving to the nearest phone and calling police for help. 
• Always keep your car well maintained, and make sure you have plenty of gas. If It Happens to You If a car jacker threatens you with a gun or other weapon, give up your car.
• Don't argue. 

Your life is worth more than a car. Get away as quickly as possible. Contact the police immediately.