UPDATE: A dramatic incident unfolded at a gas station in West Hollywood, California, as a woman sprang into action to thwart a potential carjacking. Security footage captured the terrifying moment when a stranger jumped into the back seat of a couple’s Alfa Romeo while they were refueling, leaving them in shock and fear.
The incident occurred earlier today as Star Carter and her husband Mike prepared to attend a comedy show featuring Deon Cole. They had stopped to gas up before heading home but never anticipated the chaos that would ensue. In a split second, Star jumped out of the vehicle and confronted the intruder as Mike struggled with a malfunctioning seatbelt.
Star recounted the moment, “I had to remove him from my vehicle. When I got him out of the car, I kind of like, threw my hands up, and I went into a motherly instinct, and I told him, ‘Don’t you ever do nothin’ stupid like this no more.’” The surveillance video shows her forcefully pulling the man from the car, sending him tumbling to the ground.
Eyewitness reports indicate that the man appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. “He asked the guy, like, ‘Hey man, are you good? Are you ok?’ He didn’t say anything,” Star explained, reflecting on her initial interactions with him.
The Carters were shocked but relieved that they were unharmed. Mike praised his wife’s bravery, stating, “I looked over the back, and she did what she did. I said, ‘Ok, I know my wife is strong, but wow, she’s strong.’ Because the guy was on the ground.”
Star expressed her concern for her two daughters who drive, emphasizing the need for vigilance on the roads. “It’s an eye-opener for me because I have two daughters that drive and that’s out on the road, and you just have to be aware,” she said.
The couple is sharing this harrowing experience and the surveillance footage, provided by the gas station, to raise awareness about safety among motorists. As Star humorously dubbed her swift response “Hollywood therapy,” the couple urges others to stay alert and vigilant while fueling their vehicles.
As police investigate the incident, this story serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of public spaces. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation and tips for staying safe at gas stations.
