11/11/2024
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In a world where helping others, even strangers, is seen as a virtue, the rise of 'White Van Scares' has made many second-guess their instincts to help strangers. What was once a common act of kindness can now come with risks that cannot be easily ignored.
The 'White Van Scare' originated as a hoax where it is often depicted as a vehicle for criminal activityโnot until alleged cases regarding this have now been linked to real-life cases around the world. These alleged incidents have intensified people's fear due to alleged cases of people missing occurring on social media platforms, primarily targeting children left alone outside, individuals who are unaware of their surroundings, and those who are in quiet and dark areas. However, the perpetrators choose no specific time to strike, making it more alarming.
These vans have been associated with multiple criminal acts, including organ trafficking, human trafficking, extortion, assault, etc. As crimes mentioned associated with white van kidnapping, here are some techniques to recognize their way to attract people along with kidnapping prevention tips and emergency hotlines.
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-Offering a ride to the victim
-Offering a gift/food to the victim
-Asking for directions and requesting for assistance
-Initiating false claims or false emergency situation
-Pretending to be someone (e.g. loved one or a friend to lure the victim)
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-Stay alert and be aware of your surrounding
-Avoid walking alone in isolated and dark areas
-Keep your personal information private especially online
-Establish a mobile alert to alert family or friends in case of emergency situations
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National Hotline:
Philippine National Police:
117 or (02) 8722-0650
Local Hotline:
PNP Albay-Legazpi Chapter:
09985985926
09266256247
While it is important to remain kind and helpful, may this serve as a reminder for all to be attentive as crimes can happen anytime and anywhere and could expose you to potential danger if you're not cautious. Be vigilant; trust your instinct!
Sources:
TEN MOST COMMON LURES USED BY CHILD ABDUCTORS | Missing Childrenโs network. (n.d.). https://www.missingchildrensnetwork.ngo/ten-most-common-lures-used-by-child-abductors/
Child Safety: Preventing Child Abduction. (n.d.). https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=ue5155 #:~:text=Stay%20away%20from%20strangers.,parents%20where%20you%20are%20going
Kidnapping: understanding and managing the threat - Home Security SA - Published by Technews. (n.d.). http://www.homesecuritysa.com/article.aspx?pklarticleid=2443 #:~:text=*%20Always%20be%20alert%20and%20observe%20activities,in%20areas%20where%20one%20lives%20and%20socialises.
Reducing the risk of kidnapping. smarttraveller.gov.au. Retrieved November 11, 2024, from https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/safety/kidnapping
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