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Am I overreacting?
f/16 Ontario/Canada
Okay well last night (or should I say this morning at 5am), I went downstairs to get a glass of water and my stairs is nearly in front of my front door (with a lacey curtain in the front) and I saw someone in front of my house. At first I thought it was a random person that was going to ring my doorbell for something but when he didn't, I just stood there on the stairs and I saw him touching our car door.
I didn't want him to see me but I wanted to know what he was doing so I sat down on the stairs to watch him and he was trying to open every door of the car! I was deciding whether or not to go grab my camera to report it to the police or use the video version but I couldn't see his face so it would be no use since the police can't do anything without proof.
Eventually he gave up because the doors were locked and he walked away. I quickly walked to the window and carefully moved a bit of the curtain and he continued to walk but didn't go to my neighbour's car. Which is incredibly freaky. And I couldn't help myself since my mom wakes up 30 mins later for work and I told her to check her car for anything. And at first she thought I had a dream or something (I always have dreams that tell me this and that) but I assured her that it wasn't a dream and I regret telling her about it because she was so scared.
Am I overreacting? Should I talk to the police about it anyways? Our street is RIGHT beside my elementary school so I thought that this would be a safe street but obviously not and I'm scared because there are so many kids that live in this neighbourhood too. Also, Someone broke into our house two years ago and the police told us that they/he broke in at the right time so they were probably watching us from afar, which makes me think that maybe it's the same guy because he came to our house 30 mins before my mom wakes up for work.
What do you think? I need advice. And knowing myself, I'll probably go downstairs since I'll constantly think about this so I'll probably get ready to record a video or take a picture in case he does come again. What do I do if he does come again? Am I overreacting or is this probably a normal thing for car jackers/breakers do at night, only that I didn't know about it? (That's why they tell you to lock your car doors right?)
Thanks in advance! I know this was long!
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I doubt they will bother doing anything since he didn't actually break into your car. It never hurts to call them with the information though. They will let you know if there has been a problem with car break ins in your neighborhood.
Next time don't just sit there and watch. Get on the phone to the police and get him/her caught in the act.
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Yes you need to report this right away the next time that is happening you need to inform the cops immediately he could have been trying to get in the car so he could hurt your mom. If I were you i would ask the cops to drive by in the morning around the hour you saw him do it so you can feel safer and that way they might be able to catch him if he is a repeat offender. If that ever happens again wake your parents and call the cops!
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A couple months ago my dads car was broken into and a person luckily just stole all of his change, and left his expensive glasses and wallet in the car. But theres not many theives that will be that generous. I would most definately call the police, granted they wont be able to do much about the situation, they do keep your report on a file, so if anyone else catches him, then they will link your reports. When you call the police, ask them what they advise you do and ask them what actions to take. I live near my elementary school also (how ironic!) Anyway, this needs to be reported for you and your family's safety, also, I would alert the neighbors so the whole neighborhood can make sure their car doors are locked and be more careful. Keep a camera close by the door or window, even if you cant get a face view, use flash or video it because it can be some good evidence for use for height, and weight, things like that. If you have an outdoor light, next time turn it on to scare him away :-) if you have a dog, make sure they arent outside because you dont want them to be hurt. Also, if you can offord it, upgrade your security system, maybe add an extra lock on your door. Good luck!!!! oh and by the way, you are most definately not over reacting, there is no reason why someone, a stranger at that, should EVER be trying to open your car doors. :-)
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the police should be contacted for attempted robbery. they can dust for finger prints and whatnot.
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