You’ve just gotten off work or run errands and are approaching your car. Nothing unusual at first glance… until you notice a coin stuck in a door handle. A trivial detail? Not at all! It’s a discreet but effective trap. Here’s how this scam works and how to protect yourself.
A simple but formidable stratagem
Thieves are constantly innovating to circumvent modern car security systems . One of their latest inventions is to slip a coin, often worth 1 or 2 euros, into the gap in a door handle, usually on the passenger side .
Why? Because this trick blocks the central locking system , preventing the vehicle from being completely locked. You think your car is secure, but in reality, the trapped door remains open . Once you’re gone, the thief can simply enter your vehicle discreetly without breaking in .
What are the risks?
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