What It Means If You See a Penny in Your Car Door Handle

At first glance, finding a penny stuck in your car door handle might seem like a harmless prank or a random coincidence. However, this little detail could actually be a sign of something more serious — and knowing what it means could save you from becoming a victim of theft.

The Hidden Trick Behind the Penny-in-the-Door Handle

Criminals have developed a clever trick using something as simple as a coin to gain access to vehicles. The scam works like this:

1. A thief places a penny (or another small coin) inside the passenger-side car door handle.