SAFETY MEASURES ON ROAD / WHILE DRIVING

Install Alarm systems, Tracking systems, immobilizers in your vehicle
Don’t talk on mobile phones while approaching your vehicle and while driving, or getting out
Keep a distance from the vehicle in front in case you need to escape or make evasive maneuvers
When approaching a parked car, kindly ensure that no suspicious persons are around
Instruct drivers to park the car at a prominent place, lock it and stand away from the car while waiting for you to return
In case someone blocks your road, try to choose an exit point even if it means damaging your car to escape the blockade
Wherever possible, stay on the roads having fast moving traffic
If someone forcibly enters your car, simply Bump into the car in front. This will create a commotion
In case you have to ram a vehicle barricade, ensure you don’t damage the radiator of your car. Your angle of attack should be close to 45 degrees to the rear of the vehicle in front
If suspicious vehicle follows you, honks or flashes its headlights from behind
Stay calm
Do not give way, speed ahead and alter your route
Head for the nearest safe haven such as Police/Rangers post , Military/ Navy barracks, Busy areas etc
Try to lose them
Never approach your house or your friends
Watch your rearview mirror at all times

CPLC Citizens-Police Liaison Committee