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Tips for Reducing Your Chances of Being a Crime Victim

Always be aware of your surroundings, vigilant of activity around you and attentive to individuals approaching, walking purposely and with confidence.

Do not allow yourself to be distracted by activity such as talking on your cell phone, listening to music or reading.

Try to travel with others, walk in well-traveled areas, and at night in well-lighted areas.

Protect your electronics by not displaying them.

Resist the urge to multi-task while walking; wait to make phone calls, check your email and listen to music at your destination.

If you purchase an electronic device check on the availability of a tracking system for the device (usually free at time of purchase).

Do not use ATMs that are located in remote areas, use ATMs during the daylight hours in well-populated areas.

Do not display large amounts of cash when paying for items, and do not display exces­sive jewelry.

Men: if you carry wallet, place the wallet in your front hip pocket or inside jacket pocket- do not carry in your back pant pocket.

Women: when you will be walking in public spaces carry a small handbag or purse that you can grasp with a hand.

While it's difficult to protect your home from professional thieves, most home burglaries are done by amateurs. These thieves are more easily thwarted if you employ some of these simple security precautions:

Plan to "burglarize" yourself. You'll discover any weaknesses in your security system that may have previously escaped your notice.

Lock up your home, even if you go out only for a short time. Many burglars just walk in through an unlocked door or window.

Change all the locks and tumblers when you move into a new house.

For the most effective alarm system, conceal all wiring. A professional burglar looks for places where he or she can disconnect the security system.

Your house should appear occupied at all times. Use timers to switch lights and radios on and off when you're not at home.

Executive protection (EP), also known as close personal protection, refers to security measures taken to ensure the safety of VIPs or other individuals who may be exposed to elevated personal risk because of their employment, celebrity status, wealth, associations or geographical location.