Shopping Safety / Walking at Night
Personal Safety While Shopping
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Avoid shopping alone. Try to shop with a friend or relative.
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Park your vehicle in a well-lighted area. Put radar detectors and cellular telephones out of sight.
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Know your surroundings. Keep an eye on the people in front of as well as behind you.
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Carry your purse close to your body. Don't swing it loosely. Don't flash large amounts of cash.
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Walk with confidence. Avoid talking to strangers.
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Approach your vehicle with your keys already in your hand.
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Try not to carry too many packages. Place all packages out of sight in your vehicle, preferably in the trunk.
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Keep your vehicle doors locked and your windows shut.
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If you see anything suspicious or if something just doesn't feel right, leave immediately and contact security or the police.
Walking Alone At Night
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Avoid walking or running alone at night. Instead go walking or jogging with a friend.
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Don't use headphones while walking, driving or jogging.
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Always walk in well-lighted areas.
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Avoid the use of short cuts.
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After dark, keep away from large bushes or doorways where someone could be lurking.
Always stay near the curb.
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If someone in a vehicle stops and asks for directions, answer from a distance. Do not approach the vehicle.
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If followed, go immediately to an area with lights and people. If needed, turn around and walk in the opposite direction, your follower will also have to reverse directions.
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Do not display cash openly, especially when leaving an ATM.
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