· Be discreet with your valuables. Do not wear
expensive jewelry. Women should carry their purses close to their body. Men
should consider carrying their wallet in a front pocket and/or wrapping it in a
large rubber band so that it will catch in the pocket should a thief try to
take it.
· Ladies, keep your keys in your pocket not your
purse. If your purse is stolen, then the thief will not be able to find your
home from your driver’s license and enter it with your key.
· When walking in a crowd, be alert to what is
going on around you. Enjoy the day, but look for unusual activity. Protect and
conceal your valuables. A thief can easily take your possessions then melt into
the crowd.
· Be discreet when using your cell phone. They can
easily be snatched out of your hand. When not in use, carry them in a front or
inside pocket of your clothing. Write down the phone’s IMEI number so that if
it is stolen, you can report to your carrier as stolen. (For more information
go to: http://www.kirotv.com/videos/news/video-cell-phone-thefts-how-to-keep-yourself-safe/vC2DNd/).
Also, use the password protection feature on your phone so that only you can
use it.
· Remember where you parked. That way you can walk
like you know where you are going and not wander around looking for it,
becoming an easy mark for a potential robber.
· At
an Automated Teller Machine (ATM), choose one that is located inside a mall,
grocery store, or well-lighted location. Withdraw only the amount of cash you
need. Shield the ATM keypad from anyone who is standing near you so they cannot
view your transaction or obtain your PIN. Do not throw your ATM receipt away.
·
Be alert in public restrooms. If anything seems
amiss or if a group of people is loitering in the area, leave quickly and find
another facility.
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