Our world can occasionally be both frightening and unpredictable, especially for people who let their guard down even for a brief moment.
Even the most careful people might have unexpected alarming events. One of them is the “abandoned stroller” deception, a dishonest strategy that few people are aware of but that is extremely real.
We ourselves didn’t believe it—until a mother told her terrifying tale to alert others.
Statement:
The night of October was chilly. I was alone on a quiet country road on my way home from work. My headlights caught what appeared to be a stroller around a bend. I initially slowed down and stopped out of mother instinct. However, something didn’t feel right. There was no movement, no sound. I trusted my instincts and stayed in the car. I called the cops and shut the doors.
They came a few minutes later. After examining the situation, the officers found that it was really a decoy. An arrangement. They informed me that I had acted morally and that others had been robbed or harmed. I’ve been fortunate ever since. And I want people to be aware of the challenges they may face.
— 34-year-old mother of two, Sophie M.
Sophie cautions in her testimony that you should never get out of your car at night if you see a stroller abandoned on the side of the road.
Imagine the following scenario: darkness has fallen, you are traveling down an empty road, and you notice an immobile stroller in the distance. If you suspect a newborn might be in danger, your immediate reaction might be to stop.
However, that is precisely what crooks are relying on. A malevolent individual lurks in the shadows, waiting for you to get out of your car.
If all goes well, you might get robbed. At worst, your life can be in jeopardy.
The appropriate response?Keep your doors shut, and call the police right away. They have received training on how to safely manage such circumstances.
Always be on the lookout, especially on calm roads at night. Being cautious can save lives.
