Be Aware of your surroundings.
Don’t walk near vans with sliding doors.
Carry a cell phone with 911 programmed in with a one-touch key.
Always walk down the middle of a sidewalk. Avoid entrance ways, alley ways or gang ways.
If you sense a problem, change your route or go to the other side of the street.
If possible, never go on an elevator or stairway alone.
If possible, try not to walk alone.
Walk with confidence, head held high and shoulders back.
If someone wants your money or valuables, give it to them.
If someone wants you to go with them, do not go. Now is the time to fight for your life.

Always have your doors and windows locked.
Install a home security system.
Do not let a stranger into your home.
Call the home office of service providers to verify who the person is if you do not know them.
Offer to make a 911 call if someone states there was an emergency or accident nearby.
Have phones throughout the house.

Park in well-lit areas
Be wary of people who are in the car next to yours
When approaching your parked car, observe the surroundings as a normal and natural habit.
When loading you vehicle, be aware of people approaching you.
Lock your car as soon as you get in.
Keep your windows rolled up in stop and go driving.
Do not roll down your window to strangers.

Your mindset must be that you will be the victor.
Punch, kick, slap, grab, rip, tear, bite scratch gouge. Do whatever it takes.
Target the eyes, throat and groin if possible.
Look or feel for items that can be used as a weapon; rocks, kitchen utensils, pens, hair or pepper spray, a glass or bottle. Everything can
be used as a weapon.