Keeping Safe
 

If possible walk with a friend or group of friends.

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Stay alert - keep an eye on everything that is happening around you. Avoid wearing earphones or chatting on your mobile phone, as this will distract you from your surroundings.

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Trust your instincts — If you have a 'funny feeling' about someone or something, don't ignore it, act on it straight away.

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Take the route you know best and stick to busy, well-lit streets. Walk in the middle of the pavement, facing oncoming traffic. This will avoid any cars driving up alongside you as you walk.

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Think about your route home. Where would be a safe place to go if something went wrong? Safe places might be busy places like shops or garages, friends' houses or a police station.

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Have your keys ready as you approach your home so you can get inside quickly.

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Thank you,

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Wolverhampton Police