fbpx
Connect with us

Social Stories

M’sians Urged to Stay Alert of New Tactic by Car Thieves That Tricks Drivers into Leaving Their Vehicles

Published

collage 68
Source: TikTok | metacarauto

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

A recent video making the rounds online shows a new tactic used by car thieves to easily trick drivers into stepping out of their vehicles.

@metacarauto shared the video in hopes of spreading awareness, demonstrating how car thieves can pull this off by simply covering a driver’s reverse camera.

Screenshot 2025 01 09 114916

Screenshot 2025 01 09 114938

The driver left her car with the door unlocked

In a reenactment video, a car thief can be seen covering the camera at the back of a parked car, patiently waiting for the driver to approach and enter the vehicle.

As the driver puts the car in reverse, she spots something blocking the rearview camera, which immediately makes her suspicious. Worried, she decides to step out of the car to investigate further.

Screenshot 2025 01 09 115338

Screenshot 2025 01 09 115405

In her rush to check, she leaves the car door unlocked. While she’s busy looking at the back of the car, the thief jumps into the driver’s seat and drives off.

The caption of the post reads,

“Be careful if you find yourself in a situation like this.”

Screenshot 2025 01 09 115434

Screenshot 2025 01 09 115705

Netizens started flooding the comment section with their thoughts and reactions.

Screenshot 2025 01 09 112908

“That’s why now, after seeing a car being stolen with the owner inside, even if there’s someone in the passenger seat, I still turn off the engine and remove the car keys. If I’m more than 30 feet away, I’ll lock the car from the outside.”

 

Screenshot 2025 01 09 112932

“The thief covered the rear camera so the driver saw a blurry view on the screen. That’s why the driver went out to check. The message here is to be careful for the safety of your vehicle.”

 

Screenshot 2025 01 09 113003

“This content is to teach a lesson. If you need to get out of the car, even for a moment, you have to be careful, especially when you’re alone. If the engine is on and the car keys are inside, the thief can easily do their job.”

 

Screenshot 2025 01 09 113028

 

Screenshot 2025 01 09 113049

“Even if it’s just for a moment, don’t leave your car with the door open once the engine is started. If anything happens, remove the car keys and close the door. That’s actually the advice.”

 

You can watch the full video down below:

@metacarauto

Hati hati jika anda berada disituasi begini ya ? #DirectOwner #usedcars #keretaterpakai #keretasecondhand #metacar #cctv #becareful #usedcar

♬ original sound – METACAR – METACAR

 

What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments!

 

Also read: M’sian DJ & TV Host’s New Car Got Driven Away In Less Than 78 Hours, Urges Public To Be Vigilant

car stolen ft

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

My Post 1 2025 02 17T172100.668 My Post 1 2025 02 17T172100.668
News14 hours ago

Fire at Pattaya Cannabis Cultivation Centre Leaves Residents & Tourists in “High Spirits”

The popular city of Pattaya, Thailand, allegedly heard echoes of laughter on February 13 (Thursday), following a fire at a...

collage 53 1 collage 53 1
News14 hours ago

SJKC Schools in 2 States Have ZERO Chinese Pupils Enrolled in Year 1, Rely on Other Races to Survive

A Chinese primary school in central Johor and Perlis are now relying on students from other ethnic groups for support...

My Post 1 2025 02 17T154547.905 My Post 1 2025 02 17T154547.905
News15 hours ago

PDRM: Court Held British Man’s Passport After RM7 Parking Dispute Until Case Was Classified as DNAA

Last week, it was reported that a British tourist claimed to be stuck in Malaysia following a parking lot dispute...

feat image plknn feat image plknn
News15 hours ago

PLKN 3.0: M’sians Who Fail to Show Up After Being Selected Can Face Up to 6 Months in Jail, RM3,000 Fine or Both

Previously, we shared how the National Service Training Program (PLKN) is now officially back after a 7-month hiatus, with PLKN...

collage 51 1 collage 51 1
News16 hours ago

Pregnant Woman’s Bizarre Craving for a Summons From Police Turns Into Fun Skit as Officers Play Along

During pregnancy, the body sends all kinds of new signals and sensations, and cravings are definitely part of the mix....

feat image n3nen feat image n3nen
News17 hours ago

22yo Woman Drives BMW with “N 3 NEN” Plate Number for Content, Gets Apprehended & Fined by Police

A 22-year-old woman in Malang in East Java, Indonesia, was apprehended by the local police recently for driving a BMW...

My Post 1 2025 02 17T131533.088 1 My Post 1 2025 02 17T131533.088 1
News18 hours ago

Good Samaritan Stops to Help Accident Victims on Karak Highway, Tragically Dies After a Car Crashes Into Him

A good samaritan’s attempt to help accident victims ended in tragedy when he died from being hit by a car...

collage 50 1 collage 50 1
News18 hours ago

“He’s a bad man” – Chinese Boy Calls Police on Own Father, Accuses Him of Stealing His Ang Pow Money 

A young boy bravely called the police himself after he accused his own dad of “stealing” the Ang Pow money...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY