CCTVs, alarm in cars, stricter laws can help curb crime

It is unfortunate that youths take to heinous crimes such as carjacking and it is important to contemplate the reasons behind such steps. One reason could be being unable to meet their basic needs. The problem poses a threat to society. Several steps can be taken in this regard, such as installing CCTVs at prime locations — the cost of these CCTVs should be borne by residents of the street, one central office to monitor all CCTVs area wise, vehicles without number plates should be compounded, residents should be vigilant, cars should have small and hidden cameras attached to the mobile phone of the owners. It is the moral duty of every one to support and assist victims of such crimes. 

Dr Mohd Saleem

Stricter laws can help

The incidents of frauds, carjacking and snatching can be checked by increasing the police patrolling and stricter laws should be made by the government. If the street lights operate properly during night, it will also help the police. Web cameras should be installed. The helpline numbers of the police and ambulance should be accessible 24*7.

Channi Sachdeva

Police, NGOs should come together

The police patrolling should be increased in the city. If they perform their duty well, much of such crimes can be curbed.  Support can be taken from different residential associations, organisations and NGOs for installing and maintaining the CCTV equipment.

ALEX P SUNIL

Jail for longer period for culprits

Carjacking and snatching incidents have become common in the city. To curb this situation, the principal responsibility lies on the police. The installation of more CCTV cameras at strategic roads and places in the city will help in catching the culprits. Strict punishments should be given to the culprits and the punishments should be published by the media. Culprits must be kept in jail for longer period. 

Dr G Dev, Kitchlu Nagar

Awareness about safety measures

Carjacking is a common crime performed usually for earning effortless money. There are various ways in which carjacking can be curbed. Parking cars in the parking lots instead of random streets is the foremost step for preventing car thefts. Leaving valuables in the car is another mistake which should be avoided. Stopping cars in the middle of nowhere to attend phone calls should be avoided. People should be made aware of the basic safety measures which can save them from any kind of unpleasant activity. The Police Department and government institutions should work together to make people aware and alert.

Ikjot Kaur Mann

Alarm systems in cars

The carjacking and snatching incidents are on the rise because we are becoming a lawless society. Residents should have alarm systems in cars. Women must ensure that they are observant while walking in markets and on roads and should avoid wearing heavy jewellery in public places.  

Major Gurdeep Samra

Creating employment opportunities

Causes behind every financial crime — carjacking, chain snatching, robbery, dacoity, theft — is always the same i.e. unemployment and easy money. Good moral character and habits should be developed from childhood. The government must provide employment opportunities. Wearing ornaments in public places should be avoided. If we exhibit or display our wealth, those needy might get tempted to steal it. To avoid carjacking, cars should be parked at authorised parking areas. People should also avoid giving lift to strangers and minimise travelling during odd hours and on isolated roads. The police are not responsible for the eventualities which are due to our gross negligence and carelessness. There are certain precautions extended by the police and administration from time to time which, if taken, may reduce the crime.

SK Mittal, Khanna 

Defensive measures should be adopted

Alarming rise in the cases of carjacking (defined as seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination) throughout the city has become a concern not only for the city administration but also for insurers and consumers. The crimes of carjacking and snatching can be traumatic to our everyday lives, because they create fear. Further, most percent of carjacking as well as snatching incidents occurr in open areas, such as on the street or near airports, bus and train stations. Moreover, such cases are also prevalent near parking lots or garages. The most common victims of carjacking and snatching are elderly people or women or people who are preoccupied or not alert. Besides, traffic lights (a favorite carjacking spot), carjackers also target vehicles parked in poorly-lighted parking garages and streets, at parking lots in shopping areas and work places. Besides seeking preventive measures by the administration and the police, one has to be always alert. While shopping, one must use a shopping cart for groceries, as the cart can be used as a barrier and can be shoved to distract the criminal. Other defensive measures such as pepper spray should always be kept handy. At last, preventing a carjacking by advance preparation and awareness is much easier than getting out of a trouble situation.

RAVI CHANDER GARG

Vigilance at entry points

Various preventive measures can be adopted, such as installing CCTV cameras for proper vigilance on every main road, entry points of the city, a ban on black film on car glasses, triple riding or without helmet driving should be prohibited, the police may keep eagle eye to understand what is going on inside the car. 

Rajeev Sharma

Security systems at homes

Robberies and chain snatching are a common sight in highly populated cities such as Ludhiana. With the blink of an eye, thieves take away precious things from you. In two recent incidents of robberies, the culprits, masquerading as police officers, executed crimes without any fear. The police haven’t found the culprits. Even if they are nabbed, they will be fined or sentenced for 6 months and they will again commit crimes after coming out of jail. There is a need to install high-security system at homes and shops. People should try not to wear gold jewels in the public places. Culprits should be punished hard. Under the safe city project, a large number of CCTVs with hi-tech features are installed at different places. This will help the police officers to curb crimes such as robbery, murders, chain snatching, etc. 

DEEPALI

Bravery certificates for residents 

The police must patrol in civilian clothes with their ammunitions in the congested and posh areas of the city. Those who capture any untoward incident in their mobiles should be encouraged by giving bravery certificates with gifts, as such pictures and videos are helpful to nab the guilty. 

Gurbax Singh Preet