The world can be a scary and unpredictable place, full of dangers and troubles for those who aren’t vigilant. It’s a sad truth that this remains the case in our time, but I suspect some problems will always exist; it’s a negative and regrettable aspect of human nature. Over the years, we have tried to provide our readers with wisdom and knowledge whenever we find it, especially about natural signs and signals to pay attention to and what certain things might mean—like a seemingly harmless water bottle placed on your tire. That’s why we believe it is our duty to at least make people aware of a potential technique used by criminals to lure unsuspecting drivers out of their cars late at night.
You may have heard of the “abandoned baby” method, but we hadn’t heard of it until we came across a viral message from a mom who wanted to warn as many people as possible. In short, the woman was desperate to make the public aware of the potential dangers of stopping to investigate what looks like an abandoned stroller on the side of the road. Imagine the scene: you’re driving down a dark road when you see a stroller on the roadside. For most people, instinct takes over at that moment, and you might find yourself slowing down to take a closer look.
In some cases, the driver might even get out to make sure everything is okay. And that’s where reports indicate that criminals hiding nearby are waiting for their opportunity. “Yes, people do care,” commented a Facebook user. “In the best case, they rob you; in the worst case, they assault you.” Another added, “I would just call the police to check it out. It might sound harsh, but it’s not worth the risk.
This type of scam, which involves taking advantage of people’s goodwill, has unfortunately existed for most of human history and seems to be an effective way to lure victims into situations they would otherwise be wary of.
In summary: always stay vigilant, especially when driving at night in the middle of nowhere! Were you aware of this tactic? Share this article on social media to help us spread the word.
