In the wake of the tragic Short Hills mall shooting that left a 30-year-old man dead in New Jersey, we are reminded that no one is immune to the threat of carjackings.
While there is no guaranteed way to avoid being carjacked, you can still take certain precautions to reduce or minimize the potential of the crime happening to you.
Here are seven carjacking tips every driver should keep in mind:
As evidenced by the mom who fought off a carjacker, when faced with a genuine carjacking threat, it’s important to have a plan. New Year’s Day is a popular day for car theft, so be careful during this holiday season.
Related Resources:
- NOPD crime prevention: How to avoid being carjacked (The Times-Picayune)
- Real Police or Impersonator? Here’s How to Tell (FindLaw’s Blotter)
- After a Car Break-In: 5 Keys to Recovery (FindLaw’s Blotter)
- 10 Cities with the Worst Car Theft Rates (FindLaw’s Blotter)
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