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Purse snatching is a crime of opportunity. You can eliminate that
opportunity. Every female carrying a purse is a potential target. Senior
citizens are especially susceptible to these criminals since they may
not be readily able to defend themselves and pursue their assailants.
WHAT YOU CAN DO –
Purse snatching is a crime that can be easily prevented when you take
away the opportunity from the thief. Most purse snatchers are juveniles
under the age of 18, who are waiting for the next opportunity. When you
hide the "prize" you protect yourself!
Suppose you are going shopping and waiting for the bus. You are by
yourself and your purse is exposed and in open view. You already made
two mistakes - you're alone and your purse is vulnerable. Frankly, your
personal safety might depend on NOT clinging to that purse, even though
it seems a normal way to protect the contents. Grabbing and shoving that
may take place can result in being injured. There are ways to protect
yourself, however.
SHOP WITH A FRIEND, TRAVEL TOGETHER –
The first precaution you can take is to go shopping with a friend - man
or women. You're safer when in the company of someone else. If you must
be out at night alone, stay in well-lighted areas. Walk close to street
lights, staying well away from dark corners, alleys and building
entrances. (Read "How To Protect Yourself When Traveling" - available
from the above publisher for just $1.00
HOW TO OUTSMART THE PURSE SNATCHER –
When carrying a purse, women should have only 3 or 4 one dollar bills
placed inside. Credit cards, currency, driver's license, keys and
jewelry should be carried in a coat or sweater pocket, or concealed on
your person to reduce the opportunity of large losses. If you carry a
purse, don't wrap the strap around your shoulder, neck or wrist. If your
purse is grabbed, a strong strap will not yield easily and you may be
injured. Some purse snatch victims have been thrown down and have
received concussions and broken bones. Never carry anything more
valuable than you can afford to lose. Always leave all unnecessary
credit cards at home. When you shop and carry a purse, place it in your
shopping bag. Never leave your purse on a store counter or in a grocery
shopping cart - even for a moment.
DON'T CARRY WEAPONS THAT CAN BE USED AGAINST YOU –
You should carry a police whistle and a small flashlight on your key
chain where they're readily available. Make a habit to carry your key
chain in a pocket - NOT in your purse. and you should never put your
name and address on your house keys or car keys. This is simple
a way of telling the thief who you are and where you live.
KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS THAT READ THIS
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