10 Tips to Prevent Violent Crime
- Jog or walk with a friend. Don't jog or walk early in the morning or late at night.
- When out at night, always have at least one friend with you.
- Carry only the money you'll need on a particular day. Don't display your cash or any other inviting targets.
- If you think someone is following you, move quickly toward an open store, restaurant or a lighted house. Don't be afraid to yell for help.
- Try to park in well-lighted areas with good visibility that are close to walkways, stores, and people.
- Make sure you have your key out as you approach your door.
- Always lock your car, even if it's in your own driveway; never leave your motor running.
- If someone tries to rob you, give up your property-don't give up your life.
- If you are robbed or assaulted, report the crime to the police. Try to describe the attacker accurately. Your actions can help prevent someone else from becoming a victim.
- Protect your home. Lock your doors and windows, use alarm systems, and light up dark spaces where criminals could hide.
About Me
Hey everyone. McGruff the Crime Dog® here. They don’t call me ‘the Crime Dog’ for nothing. Wherever there is crime, I make sure to sniff it out and report back to you on how to stay safe. If we keep our eyes and ears open, we can do a lot to keep crime from hurting the people and things we love most. I’m here to teach you about cybercrime as well as neighborhood crime prevention and staying safe in your everyday life.
The web is a great place to share who you are and what you know. So I’ve created this page. On it, you’ll find advice that matters to you in my blog, and tips to keep yourself safe in my 10 Tips section. You can also watch ads from my organization, the National Crime Prevention Council, or NCPC as I like to call it. Overall, I hope you use my page to have fun and learn a little bit more about what you can do to prevent crime and protect what matters most to you.
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