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Violent Crime
Sexual Assault
• Use initials instead of first names on mail boxes and phone listings.
• Avoid remaining alone in an apartment laundry room or parking garage.
• Never admit on the telephone or at the door that you are alone.
• It is risky to accept a ride home from someone you have just met.
• If you decide to physically resist assault, remember that your goal is to incapacitate
the attacker long enough to run to safety and get help.
• If you have been a victim of sexual assault, call police immediately. Do not bathe or
change clothes or you may destroy valuable evidence
Robbery
Avoid carrying valuable items or large amounts of money. Always think ahead. For
example, when traveling at night, have your keys ready to enter the house or to start the
car. If a robber confronts you, the best advice is to cooperate. If you resist, there is a
greater chance that you may be hurt.
Bank Machines
If possible, use ATM machines located in well-populated grocery stores or gas filling
stations to reduce your risk of becoming a victim.
BE READY, BE QUICK, BE ALERT!
Robberies have been a problem at ATM's for some time. Here are some safety tips which
may make using the ATM's safer:
If you drive to the ATM it is best to lock your car when using the ATM. But, keep your keys
handy so you can enter your car quickly after completing your transaction.
Be alert for anything suspicious, especially two or more people in a nearby vehicle,
particularly if no one else is at the ATM, or someone who just appears to be "hanging"
around the area.
If you sense something wrong, leave the area immediately and use another ATM.
When waiting in line wait well behind the person or persons using the ATM.
When you are using the ATM and someone is closer than you would like ask them to step
back a few steps. If they do not step back it may be best to cancel you transaction and
wait in your locked vehicle until that person leaves or you could go to another ATM.
Have everything ready before you approach the ATM; have your card ready, know your
code, fill out your deposit envelop before approaching the ATM.
Do NOT write your code on your ATM card. Keep your code secret. If needed, check the
code before approaching the ATM.
Stand directly in front of the ATM, blocking the view of others. You don't want others to
see your code or to see what type of transaction you make, or how much money you
withdraw.
If you must use an ATM after dark, have a friend go with you if possible. Many ATM
robberies occur between midnight and 6 a.m.
At a drive-up ATM keep all windows closed, except the one you are using, and all doors
locked. Keep the car running, and keep your eyes moving, watching the front, sides, and
rear area; if someone approaches your vehicle on foot cancel the transaction and leave.
When your transaction is completed immediately take your property--card, receipt,
money, etc. and put them in your pocket or purse and leave immediately. You can count
your money later.
When you leave the ATM and you feel someone is following you walk or drive into the
closest open business and call the Police.
Report all ATM crimes to the local police and the financial institution.
Sexual Assault
• Use initials instead of first names on mail boxes and phone listings.
• Avoid remaining alone in an apartment laundry room or parking garage.
• Never admit on the telephone or at the door that you are alone.
• It is risky to accept a ride home from someone you have just met.
• If you decide to physically resist assault, remember that your goal is to incapacitate
the attacker long enough to run to safety and get help.
• If you have been a victim of sexual assault, call police immediately. Do not bathe or
change clothes or you may destroy valuable evidence
Robbery
Avoid carrying valuable items or large amounts of money. Always think ahead. For
example, when traveling at night, have your keys ready to enter the house or to start the
car. If a robber confronts you, the best advice is to cooperate. If you resist, there is a
greater chance that you may be hurt.
Bank Machines
If possible, use ATM machines located in well-populated grocery stores or gas filling
stations to reduce your risk of becoming a victim.
BE READY, BE QUICK, BE ALERT!
Robberies have been a problem at ATM's for some time. Here are some safety tips which
may make using the ATM's safer:
If you drive to the ATM it is best to lock your car when using the ATM. But, keep your keys
handy so you can enter your car quickly after completing your transaction.
Be alert for anything suspicious, especially two or more people in a nearby vehicle,
particularly if no one else is at the ATM, or someone who just appears to be "hanging"
around the area.
If you sense something wrong, leave the area immediately and use another ATM.
When waiting in line wait well behind the person or persons using the ATM.
When you are using the ATM and someone is closer than you would like ask them to step
back a few steps. If they do not step back it may be best to cancel you transaction and
wait in your locked vehicle until that person leaves or you could go to another ATM.
Have everything ready before you approach the ATM; have your card ready, know your
code, fill out your deposit envelop before approaching the ATM.
Do NOT write your code on your ATM card. Keep your code secret. If needed, check the
code before approaching the ATM.
Stand directly in front of the ATM, blocking the view of others. You don't want others to
see your code or to see what type of transaction you make, or how much money you
withdraw.
If you must use an ATM after dark, have a friend go with you if possible. Many ATM
robberies occur between midnight and 6 a.m.
At a drive-up ATM keep all windows closed, except the one you are using, and all doors
locked. Keep the car running, and keep your eyes moving, watching the front, sides, and
rear area; if someone approaches your vehicle on foot cancel the transaction and leave.
When your transaction is completed immediately take your property--card, receipt,
money, etc. and put them in your pocket or purse and leave immediately. You can count
your money later.
When you leave the ATM and you feel someone is following you walk or drive into the
closest open business and call the Police.
Report all ATM crimes to the local police and the financial institution.
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