Neighborhood Watch
Photo by Charles London
Officer Tran conducted the second FSJNA Neighborhood Watch program.
Officer Tran discussed personal safety.
Here are some of the points he made:
Have only the keys you really need on your key ring. 1 office, 1 home, 1 car. Keep all the other storage, file cabinet, and other keys inside the location where you are going. Having fewer keys will allow you faster access to your car, home, and office. It will also be easier to use those few keys as a weapon against an attacker. Go for the face and eyes.
Don’t pull too close to other vehicles at red lights or in traffic. If you do this, it makes it easier for attackers to box you in and rob you.
Never ever leave your purse or other valuables in plain view on the passenger seat.
Be aware when you go to the bank. Robbers will follow you home. If you believe you are being followed go directly to a Police or Fire Station. Do not go straight home.
When you arrive home, if you see a door open or a window broken do not investigate this yourself. Immediately call 911.
When you call 911, if the dispatcher is unresponsive or rude, immediately call back and ask for a supervisor.
Walking in the neighborhood: bring your dog, a whistle, and always go in a group of two or more. At night, always bring a flashlight with you.
Join us for the next Neighborhood Watch Walk which will begin at Soprano’s on Friday, October 26th. Look for more information soon!
October
| Date: | October 17, 2007 7PM |
| Time: | 7 PM |
| Topic: | PERSONAL SAFETY |
| Location: | Cabrini High School 1400 Moss Street |