Be Aware of these 4 Common Hijacking Attack Plans

In South Africa, hijacking has become one of the most common crimes! There are steps that can be taken in order to avoid becoming a victim, such as staying alert at all times and looking out for these common hijacking attack plans…

1. The Bump. The criminals will bump the back of your vehicle from behind. You’ll get out of your car to see the damage and exchange information. It is then that the criminals will steal your car.

2. Good Samaritan. The attackers will stage an accident and pretend to be injured. You will stop your car and get out to help them, the criminals will use this time to take your vehicle.

3. The Ruse. The vehicle behind you flashes their lights or waves to try get your attention. They’ll probably pretend that there is a problem with their car. When you pull over and get out the car they’ll steal it.

4. The Trap. Carjackers will often follow you home. When you pull into your driveway and get out the car or while you’re waiting for the gate to open, they’ll block you from behind and steal your car.

Quick Tip: Always stay calm during a hijacking, the attackers are usually just interested in stealing your vehicle!

Avoiding becoming the victim is one of the best ways to prevent an attack. Use your common sense, be aware of your surroundings, stay out of dangerous areas and know where to go in an emergency.

The most common places for a hijacking:

- High crime areas
- Intersections where you have to stop
- Isolated areas and parking lots
- Driveways and gates
- Traffic jams and congested areas

 Look out got these common hijacking attack plans in SA and you may be able to prevent becoming the next victim!

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