Answer: hijacks

AnswerCrossword Clue
HIJACKSCommits piracy, in a way
HIJACKSTakes by force
HIJACKSSteals, gangster style.
HIJACKSDiverts, in a way
HIJACKSCommits piracy of a sort
HIJACKSPirates
hijacksHIJACK, to steal in transit, also HIGHJACK
hijacksto seize (a plane, truck, etc.) by force