Police are urging motorists to be aware of hijackings that have occurred across the Ipswich Police District.
The best course of action to take in the event a stranger attempts to get in your vehicle – whilst you are stopped at a set of lights, filling up on fuel, or at a stop sign – is to ensure that the doors are locked and secured.
If someone managed to access your vehicle, scream, sound the horn, take the keys out of the ignition or throw them away. To best preserve your personal safety get out of the vehicle. Run to a safe place and raise the alarm and call Triple Zero (000).
Always remain vigilant and not complacent. Be aware of your surroundings and act on your instincts. Being committed to your personal safety is fundamental to maintaining it.
If you note suspicious behaviour by a person or vehicle, contact police immediately and providing
