Q&A - Feeling Threatened by Another Driver

Question: I am a female and today when I was driving home alone I felt very threatened by another driver. He cut me off - I let it go. He drove 30 mph - I drifted back and gave him space. Then when it came time for me to turn off the road - he stopped (I was behind him turning) and followed me.

I did not want him to see where I lived so I continued to the shopping mall, a public place.. I was able on my way to the mall to lose him - took lots of turns, moved around in traffic.

Should I have recorded his plate number?....I was so nervous and scared I have to admit I didn't I honestly don't know why this occurred! I tried to have patience and give space but feel he just wanted to harass me- ?

Call 9-1-1 if Threatened

It looks like you did all the right things on your own, except possibly calling 911 and reporting it to the police while it was in progress.

If it was possible to do this, they might have been able to stop the driver and have dealt with them immediately.

5 Things to do if Followed

Keep these 5 things to do in mind if you think that you are being followed:

1. Keep calm - it helps you think the situation through
2. Pay attention - be observant while you drive
3. Change the path to your intended destination - See if they continue to follow
4. Go where the people are - crowds may deter the follower
5. Call the police - better to be safe than sorry

Learn More

• What to Do If You Think You’re Being Followed

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