Women in three-hour hijack ordeal as friends conned into paying money into e-wallet

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'They forced the women to give up their bank card PINs before withdrawing cash at ATMs and along the way stopped to buy alcohol.'

"But because they were so intoxicated, the story didn't tie up and Netstar, the police and security companies in the area were notified."The suspects withdrew the money at an ATM and"stopped to buy more alcohol and drugs, which allowed the authorities to rescue the women" three hours after their kidnapping.

The details provided by the security company were not confirmed by the police spokesperson, who said the officer handling the case would be aware of the specifics.They have issued these tips to stay safe• Be aware that hijackers sometimes pretend to be beggars or stage a minor incident so that they can approach your car;• Avoid stopping in remote places;• Do not leave valuables in open view in the car;• If something seems at all suspicious, keep driving.

 

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