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4. Purpose of this lesson: Learn precautions to take to prevent a carjacking / personal attackLearn precautions to take to prevent a carjacking / personal attack Precautions to take when walking to your vehicle in an unsafe area What to do if you are being followed / attackedWhat to do if you are being followed / attacked Precautions to take to prevent the theft of your vehicle

5. -- After the completion of this material there are 21 review questions. These questions are also found the the Microsoft Word document titled: Personal Security review questions (it is suggested that you print out these questions and give a copy to your students so they can fill in the answers at the end of the lesson)

7. When driving, especially in questionable neighborhoods scan the situation ahead: Look for suspicious individuals at corners - Look for suspicious individuals at corners - If possible, try to time the light to avoid stopping at that intersection. (be sure doors are locked and windows are up) If you have to stop…stop while you can still see the back tires of car in front of you (so you will have an escape path if needed) - If you have to stop…stop while you can still see the back tires of car in front of you (so you will have an escape path if needed) Some neighborhoods especially in large urban areas are noted for crime and assault on motorists. What are some strategies for staying safe in these areas?

8. Courtesy of: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety When driving, especially in questionable neighborhoods scan the situation ahead: Look for suspicious individuals at corners - Look for suspicious individuals at corners - If possible, try to time the light to avoid stopping at that intersection. (be sure doors are locked and windows are up) If you have to stop…stop while you can still see the back tires of car in front of you (so you will have an escape path if needed) - If you have to stop…stop while you can still see the back tires of car in front of you (so you will have an escape path if needed) Look for suspicious situations

9. If you think they intend harm… If you think they intend harm… Be ready to quickly drive off while sounding horn repeatedly. Be alert to carjackers…even people who are well-dressed and appear to be business men What should you do if you suspect an approaching person intends to victimize you?

10. If you think they intend harm… If you think they intend harm… Be ready to quickly drive off while sounding horn repeatedly. Be alert to carjackers…even people who are well-dressed and appear to be business men VIDEO WILL SOON PLAY Courtesy of: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

11. Intentionally bumping your car from behind… Intentionally bumping your car from behind… (hoping you’ll get out to discuss “the accident” then they’ll rob you or highjack your car) What might be some other “creative ways” high jackers could get you out of your car?

12. Be ready to drive off if you suspect this…motion them to follow you and drive to a police station. Be ready to drive off if you suspect this…motion them to follow you and drive to a police station. Intentionally bumping your car from behind… Intentionally bumping your car from behind… (hoping you’ll get out to discuss “the accident” then they’ll rob you or highjack your car)

13. Be ready to drive off if you suspect this…motion them to follow you and drive to a police station. Be ready to drive off if you suspect this…motion them to follow you and drive to a police station. Intentionally bumping your car from behind… Intentionally bumping your car from behind… (hoping you’ll get out to discuss “the accident” then they’ll rob you or highjack your car) VIDEO WILL SOON PLAY Courtesy of: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

14. OTHER PLOYS: Unauthorized use of lights or sirens (pretending to be a police officer) to pull motorist over and rob them If suspicious, do not get out of your car (ask to see ID, keeping window up) …if you have a cell phone call the emergency number for the real police. If suspicious, do not get out of your car (ask to see ID, keeping window up) …if you have a cell phone call the emergency number for the real police. What might be some other “creative ways” these criminals could victimize you?

15. Pretending to have a roadside emergency (hood up) hoping a good-hearted motorist will stop to help…then they try to overpower you Any other ploys these criminals might use to victimize you? What should you do if you feel someone really is having car trouble…how could you help? call If you have a cell phone call the roadside emergency number other options? in that area…other options?

16. do not get out of the car… If you have a flat tire in a dangerous area…do not get out of the car…drive to a well lighted service station for assistance. What if you have a vehicle problem (like a flat tire) in a questionable neighborhood? Do not attempt to fix it there

17. Let’s think about some strategies for prevention of problems What would be some things to consider when trying to find a safe parking space?

18. When parking your car, select a well lit area close to building entrances if possible. What seems safe in day time may be dangerous at night What about parking in a parking garage?

19. What about parking in a parking garage? If parking in a garage area, choose a place near a light and if possible on the ground level as to avoid stair wells and elevators. Note your location, so you are not wandering around – if wandering around, you will be less alert and more of a target. Also, be sure doors, windows and sunroof is locked. Note your location, so you are not wandering around – if wandering around, you will be less alert and more of a target. Also, be sure doors, windows and sunroof is locked. Is there any way to prevent yourself from being locked out of you car? (leaving the keys in the ignition)

20. Keep a second car key in your wallet or purse in case you lock your key in the car. Also, only give the ignition key to a parking lot attendant (not your house keys) Also, only give the ignition key to a parking lot attendant (not your house keys)

21. Courtesy of: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Keep a second car key in your wallet or purse in case you lock your key in the car. Also, only give the ignition key to a parking lot attendant (not your house keys) Also, only give the ignition key to a parking lot attendant (not your house keys)

22. To prevent your car from being stolen: - To prevent your car from being stolen: - park in a well lit area near a store entrance if possible. - be sure doors and windows are locked. About 40% of stolen vehicles had at least one unlocked door! - activate any anti-theft devices you might have - use the parking brake (it will delay a thief who intends to tow your car) Anti-theft steering wheel devices will discourage thieves What can you do to reduce the chance that your vehicle will be stolen? Car theft is a very big problem all over…

23. If you see suspicious people, cross the street or go around the block. When walking to your car, scan the area. If you see suspicious people, cross the street or go around the block. Project a confident image by walking briskly with a sense of purpose. Have your keys ready… but if you see a suspicious person by your car, keep walking and go for help. What are some important things to remember when walking to your car in a questionable neighborhood? What are some important things to remember when walking to your car in a questionable neighborhood?

24. If possible, walk in groups to your cars for safety. As you approach your car (especially in questionable neighborhoods) look around it, in the back seat area and even under the car for someone who may be waiting for your arrival to rob you or steal your car. As you approach your car (especially in questionable neighborhoods) look around it, in the back seat area and even under the car for someone who may be waiting for your arrival to rob you or steal your car. Other strategies when approaching your car?

25. Courtesy of: AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

26. When leaving the parking lot (other people with you) wait for all vehicles to start moving before going. If attacked don’t try to fight them…give them what they want, (purse, wallet, keys) but note as many identifying personal characteristics as possible & call police.

27. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU KNOW YOU ARE BEING FOLLOWED?

29. Courtesy of Shell Oil Company Dial cell phone emergency # Drive to the nearest police station, or other options ???

30. Review time How much do you remember? Personal Security

31. 2) True or False: If possible, try to time traffic lights to avoid stopping at suspicious intersections. ________ 5) Not all carjackers will appear to be dressed “as criminals” some may try to lower your sense of alertness by being _______________ and appearing as business men. 1) When driving in higher crime areas, you are looking for __________people, especially waiting around __________ 3) If you must stop at such an intersection, stop while you can still see the ____________ of the car in front of you. 4) True or False: If you think a person approaching your car intends to victimize you, you should be ready to sound the horn and if possible be ready to quickly drive off.________

32. 6) True or False: Some criminals have impersonated police officers in an attempt to rob unsuspecting motorists. ______ 8) When you see a disabled motorist, the safest way of helping them is _________________________________. 7) Another ploy attempted upon motorist is to _____ your car from behind, making it appear to be an accident, they then proceeding to victimize you. 9) True or False: If you have a flat tire in “bad area” its best to pull over and change it, otherwise you may ruin your tire rim. ___________________________ 10) When parking your car, select a __________ area, if possible close to ________________ 11) A parking lot that seems safe in the daytime maybe _____________ at night. Always plan ahead.

33. 12) True or False: In a parking garage, try to choose a space near a light and on the ground floor so as to avoid stairwells and elevators. _______ 14) When 13) Note your car’s parking location before leaving it. People trying to find their car are less _______ of potential dangers and more likely to be____________. 14) True or False: Give your keys to the parking attendant but be sure you also have a spare with you. _____________ 15) It’s a good idea to keep a _____________ in your wallet or purse. 16) About _____% of stolen vehicles had at least one unlocked door. 17) When walking back to you car, if you see a suspicious person, keep ___________and go for ________.

34. 18) True or False: As you approach your car, look in, under, around, and in the back seat area for someone waiting for your arrival to victimize you. _______ 19) When others are leaving a parking area together, _____ for all vehicles to start and begin moving before going. 20) What should you try to do if you know you are being followed? _____________________________________ 21) If you are personally attacked in any of the situations we’ve considered its best __________________________ but also note ____________________________________

35. Personal Security The End