One of the most likely locations for someone to attack you is in your car. It does not have to be hard to get into a car and for that reason you should never assume that your car is so safe that someone can’t be lurking inside it.

As you walk to your car, pay attention. Notice what is happening around you, of course, but around your car as well. If you notice that something is wrong with your car or you notice someone around the car itself, walk back into the store, ask for security help or call the police. Do not approach your car alone.

One problem that often can happen is when you approach your car only to find that someone is hiding behind the seat of your car or is otherwise in the car. You may even approach your car to find someone that is pointing a knife or a gun at you from inside your car.

If this happens to you, do not get into that car! Run as far from the car as you can and scream as you do it. Ask for others to call 911. Run in a jagged line so that you are less likely to be hit by a bullet should one come at you.

The attacker is very unlike to pursue you. Instead, he is likely to flee realizing that you are now in the position to identify him. If you get into the car, there is very little chance of getting out of this situation. Never get into the car!