Crime Prevention Safety Tips

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These strategies are ones that can help you avoid becoming a victim of a crime when you are out and about. By taking a few simple precautions, you can reduce the risk to yourself, and also discourage those who intend to commit crime.

Always be aware of your surroundings, and the people who are around you.

Avoid walking alone when possible; either walk with someone, or walk in areas where others are near.

Avoid door-ways, bushes and alleys where someone could hide.

Stay in well lighted areas.

Avoid shortcuts through alleys, parks, vacant lots, or other deserted places.

Walk in the middle of the sidewalk facing traffic.

Do not respond to conversation from strangers on the street, continue walking.

Walk confidently, and at a steady pace.

Make eye contact with people when walking.

If the driver of a car stops and harasses you, walk in the opposite direction. Run away if need be, making noise yelling loudly.

Never hitchhike or accept rides from strangers!!!

When you approach your car, check the back seat and under the car.

Have your keys in your hand. Enter the car, lock the doors, and drive away.

If you are walking to your car in a parking lot, and anything makes you feel uncomfortable, go back in the store. Get someone to walk with you to your car.

If you have a cell phone, carry it with you when walking or driving and be prepared to use it to call for help. Know what numbers to call and be prepared to give your exact location to the emergency operator.

Most of all…Trust Your Instincts. If something doesn’t feel right or seem right, it isn’t.

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