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Crime Prevention Tips

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  • If you are attacked on the street, make as much noise as possible by calling for help or blowing a whistle. Do not pursue your attacker. Call 911 and report the crime as soon as possible.

  • Avoid walking alone at night. Try to have a friend accompany you in high risk areas . . . even during the daytime.

  • Always plan your route and stay alert to your surroundings. Walk confidently. Have a companion accompany you.

  • Have your key ready when approaching your front door.

  • Don't dangle your purse away from your body.

  • Don't carry large, bulky shoulder bags; carry only what you need. Better yet, sew a small pocket inside your jacket or coat. If you don't have a purse, no one will try to snatch it.

  • Carry your purse very close to you . . . don't dangle it from your arm. Never leave your purse in a shopping cart. Never leave your purse unattended.

  • Don't carry any more cash than is necessary. Many grocery stores now accept checks and automatic teller cards instead of cash.

  • Don't display large sums of cash.

  • Always keep your car doors locked, whether you are in or out of your car. Keep your gas tank full and your engine properly maintained to avoid breakdowns.

  • If your car breaks down, pull over to the right as far as possible, raise the hood, and wait INSIDE the car for help.

  • Avoid getting out of the car and making yourself a target before police arrive.

  • At stop signs and traffic lights, keep the car in gear.

  • Lock bundles or bags in the trunk. If interesting packages are out of sight, a thief will be less tempted to break in to steal them.

  • When returning to your car, check the front and back seat before entering.

  • Never pick up hitchhikers.



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