(IUD) – Police spokeswoman Sgt. Julie Williams released a statement today urging drivers to be on the lookout for car hijackers that are currently targeting the downtown east area parking lots. “We have had reports of two incidents that seem to be related,” said Sgt. Williams, “both victims had their ankles slashed by an assailant, or assailants, that were hiding under the vehicles. The cars were then stolen. The assailants were hiding underneath the vehicles, the drivers opened the car door and were then attacked. One victim suffered a severed Achilles tendon.” The police are said to be using target vehicles in the area in order to apprehend the suspects. There is a tipline being set up for information and a reward will soon be posted. Contact the police department if you have noticed anything that may be related to these crimes.