Avoid becoming a victim!

a person dressed in a blue sweater with a gesture of determination and decision
a person dressed in a blue sweater with a gesture of determination and decision

1. Prevent access to the target: YOU!

2. Most crimes occur at a time and place of the offender's choosing.

3. BE AWARE OF WHAT HAPPENS AROUND YOU! Have situational awareness. The addiction and hyperconnection to mobile phones threatens it.

4. If it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, what is it? A DUCK!

5. DON'T DISCARD YOUR INSTINCT!

6. If you notice unusual behaviors or body language, such as: people avoiding eye contact, with an evasive attitude, with observant actions, covering or trying to cover their face, person appearing to hide something or carrying unusual objects, person acting distracted , etc.

7. If it doesn't feel right, if you notice something out of the ordinary or common, DUCK! Follow your instincts, don't ignore them, and do whatever it takes to avoid the situation.

8. Don't look or act like a potential victim: i.e. unprepared, non-assertive body language, slumped shoulders, etc.

9. Mental focus: Take the necessary precautions within your reach to reduce the chances of becoming a victim.

10. Be prepared to deal with threatening situations: If such a thing happens, I will do this...