If you carry a purse, hold it close to your body, Don't

    dangle it.

Never carry a wallet in your back pocket. Put it in an inside 

    jacket or front pants packet.

Make sure someone knows where you are going and when

    you expect to return.

Avoid dark, deserted routes, even if they are the shortest.

Whenever possible, travel with friends to the banks, stores,

    doctor, etc.

Have your car or house keys in hand as you approach your

    house or car

WHEN YOU ARE AT HOME

Use deadbolt locks on all exterior doors. Keep doors

    locked at all times, even when you are inside.

Never let strangers in your home without checking their

    identification.

If you live alone, don't advertise it. Use only your first initial

    in phone books, etc.

Don't hide extra keys under doormats or other obvious

    spots.

Avoid carrying large sums of money.

Don't display large sums of money in stores or other public

    places.

Never put your purse or wallet on a counter in any store

    while checking your merchandise.

WHAT IF YOU ARE ASSAULTED?

If the attacker is only after your purse or other valuables,

    DON'T RESIST.

Make a conscious effort to get an accurate description of

    the attacker and vehicle and call 9-1-1 immediately!