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Sophisticated alarms and improved locking devices make it harder for thieves to steal unoccupied cars.

More teens and adults commit crimes of violence than ever before.

Intense media interest may have created "copycat" carjackers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Most police forces don't define "carjacking." It's reported as either car theft or robbery. This means that no solid statistics exist on time, place, and victims.

Though carjackings can occur anytime, a sizable share appear to take place during the late night hours.
 

Carjacking isn't just a problem in large cities - it happens in suburbs, small towns, and rural areas.

 

Carjackers look for opportunity. They don't choose victims by sex, race, or age.

Golden opportunities: What do carjackers look for?

• Intersections controlled by stop lights or signs.
• Garages and carparks for airports,railway stations, shopping malls, and shops.
• Self-service petrol stations and car washes.
• ATMs (automated teller machines).
• Residential driveways and streets as people get into and out of cars.
• Motorway exit and entry ramps, or anyplace else that drivers slow down or stop.