A woman, Haley West, took to TikTok to share a harrowing experience she deemed “kidnapping methods” and issued a cautionary tale to fellow female drivers. Standing before a shopping center, Haley recounted how a man followed her, claiming her car was his and insisting she check out his Lexus. Unnerved, she sought help from a passerby and, upon returning to her car, found a water bottle on the hood. Though shaken, she emphasized the need for women to be cautious.

In a follow-up video, a viewer explained a sinister tactic: abductors may place items on the hood to lure victims out of their cars. The advice was clear: if something is on your car upon return, leave it and drive away.

This incident follows a TikTok user in Canada discovering a chilling message in the snow on her trash can, revealing potential threats faced by women. The importance of staying vigilant and reporting suspicious incidents was underscored, reinforcing the need for safety awareness.