Carjackings Up Significantly In Philadelphia Compared To 2021; Residents In Fairmount Fear They’re Next Target

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Philadelphia has seen a tripling of carjackings in just the last few weeks compared to the same time last year. Some are fearful and afraid they could be next. JoeHoldenCBS3 reports.

“If you look at the video, you can see that there are two people and they are just kind of waiting and they very calmly walk up to the car and they take it from the neighbor,” Velasco said.Departure from the norm, what concerns neighbors as these carjackings are no longer happening in the middle of the night but at any time of day.

The unnerving crime motivated Velasco to email Philadelphia City Council President Darrell Clarke’s office.A staff member responded noting their concerns and that police would be alerted.“Essentially, they said they’re taking some action, but they can’t really tell us what the action is, because it is — a police strategy,” Velasco said.

“You get to your car door and you’re either getting in or getting out and someone comes and more than likely they will have a gun and they will point it at you,” she said, “which is my concern for my son. I don’t want a gun pointed at him.” There are also two common scenarios to keep in mind. One is called “bump and run.” That’s when someone bumps into your car and when you get out to look at the damage, another person steals it, If you feel threatened, stay inside, drive somewhere safe and call 911.

 

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JoeHoldenCBS3 That’s what happens When you publicly decriminalized laws. No fear of losing your freedoms. Lack of Common sense and logic

JoeHoldenCBS3 The best defense is find yourself a manual gearbox car. The young criminal Philly thugs will have no idea how to operate it. Would be funny to watch as they try to make a get-a-way! Film it and add some Benny Hill theme music for a comical watch.

JoeHoldenCBS3 Our social fabric has deteriorated in key ways which negatively affect education, parenting, mental health, law enforcement, and who we elect to office.

jbmhwy37 JoeHoldenCBS3 If you live or travel in Philadelphia it’s probably the safest bet to assume that you will be next. Every citizen who’s legally able to do so should carry a gun. The cops can’t help and the DA won’t help.

JoeHoldenCBS3 Crime “waves” aren’t measured in weeks you are eating the copaganda

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JessKartalija JoeHoldenCBS3 Why won’t get PhillyMayor or PPDCommish on camera to speak about it Come on.

JessKartalija JoeHoldenCBS3 Enjoy! You get what you voted for

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