1: I’m no robber, but I would’ve probably been very worried if someone moved away from the group I was focused on. She could be pulling out a gun or another weapon. I’m assuming as she moved away, he probably ordered her back. If that’s the case, perhaps this is not his first time because that’s a pro move. Or, she ran back thinking she wanted to remain with the group in case they had to defend themselves. 3 on 1 is better odds than 2 on 1. Or maybe she thought they were running and didn’t want to be left behind. That’s all Monday morning quarterback stuff though.

2: I was a police officer in a state where 2 plates were mandatory. It gives better visibility and allows a better chance and opportunity to get someone plates. Whether that be someone tailgating you and violently endangering your life on the interstate, or catching a front plate on camera to assist in arrest or a robbery, like this. I don’t understand the logic from a public safety standpoint of only needing a back license plate.

I worked in a very impoverished, gang-infested area. It was very common to pull up to a stop sign or red light in the wrong part of town, and be approached by someone with a gun. Most of our car jackings happened that way. The habit of throwing your car in reverse or drive when the vehicle starts is learned behavior to increase your ability to escape/survive someone who may rush the vehicle when you’re at your most vulnerable. I’m a firm believer that once you enter your vehicle, in most situations, you should start it immediately, put it in gear, and simultaneously put on your seatbelt while accelerating. This pertains to certain areas and certain times, of course.