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Be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to the customer’s actions inside the cab.

Don’t chase after passengers who flee without paying.

Keep driver and front passenger doors locked.

Notify the taxi dispatcher of the location you pick up and drop off a fare.

Remember any physical characteristics like distinguishing marks, tattoos or facial hair to provide a description to police.

Sources: Chicago police, Arthur Lurigio, Syed Ali