Potential Predator Approaches Teen Girl | What Would You Do?

Potential Predator Approaches Teen Girl | What Would You Do? | WWYD

The streets can be dangerous, and often teenagers, especially girls as young as 12 years old from the suburbs, can be targeted. Vulnerable when alone, they are at risk. The following is a depiction of such a scenario and the public's reaction to it.

Hey, you play guitar?
Yeah, nice, me too. You go to college around here?
No, I'm in high school. I'm 15.
You're 15? Really, you look way more mature than that.
Yeah, I didn't go to school today. My parents are going to be so mad.
Oh, what they don't know, right? Hey, you want to come over and jam?
Uh, I don't know, I don't really know you.
I know a lot of people in the music business. I can help you out. Really.

Overview of a Dangerous Encounter

You're out enjoying a cup of coffee when you overhear a disturbing conversation. A 15-year-old girl, Meg, is being lured by a much older man into a suspicious and potentially dangerous situation. He tries to convince her to skip with him, claiming he can help her with her music career. This scenario unfolds at Singer Hill Cafe in Oregon City, Oregon, under the watchful eyes of hidden cameras.

The man becomes increasingly persistent, enticing her with suggestions of alcohol and pot, despite her stating she is only 15. A father and daughter nearby take note and intervene after the man steps away momentarily. They advise Meg and steer her towards a safer choice, suggesting different places she could safely hang out.

Their intervention becomes more urgent as the man, identified as our Predator, returns and tries to hustle her away. The father and daughter firmly stand their ground, providing a protective barrier between Meg and potential danger.

Throughout the day, others in the cafe also notice and respond in various ways. Some directly confront the man, offering Meg a ride back to her school or coffee shop, while others stay silent but wish they could have done more as they see her leave with him.

In one notable instance, two women overhear the conversation and firmly advise Meg against leaving with the stranger, offering her a ride instead. They also confront the man upon his return, standing firm until he gives up and leaves.

An emotional climax is reached when another group of college students steps in to protect Meg. One student, Jennifer, speaks on Meg's behalf when the man returns, aggressively ensuring Meg's safety to the point of physical intervention.

Finally, the crew reveals the entire setup to those who intervened. The reactions range from relief to education, highlighting the importance of not staying silent in suspicious situations.

Keywords

Dangerous Streets
Vulnerable Teens
Suspicious Situation
Public Reaction
Intervention
Hidden Cameras
Music Lure
Predatory Behavior
Protective Actions
Public Awareness

FAQ

Q: Why was this scenario set up with hidden cameras?
A: The scenario was set up by the show "What Would You Do?" to observe and highlight how people react to potentially dangerous situations involving vulnerable individuals.

Q: What was the main tactic used by the predator?
A: The predator used the promise of a music career, along with suggestions of alcohol and pot, to lure the young girl into leaving with him.

Q: How did the father and daughter duo intervene?
A: They offered Meg advice, suggesting safer places for her to hang out and firmly stood up to the predator when he returned to prevent her from leaving with him.

Q: What was the reaction of bystanders who couldn’t act in time?
A: Some bystanders felt unsure about what else they could have done and expressed regret and concern for Meg’s safety as they saw her leave with the man.

Q: How did the college students' intervention unfold?
A: The college student, Jennifer, firmly spoke on Meg's behalf, physically intervening when necessary to ensure Meg did not leave with the predator.

Q: What can young girls learn from this scenario?
A: Young girls can learn the importance of trusting their instincts and not feeling obligated to be polite to strangers, especially when they feel uncomfortable or unsafe. They should feel empowered to say no and seek help from trusted individuals.