How Do You Thwart An Abduction Attempt?
• Play it safe. Take preventative safety precautions. If you’re walking in a public place, always be aware of who’s around. Be attentive (rather than drowning yourself out with headphones). Make it a habit to spot an escape route every time you enter a new environment. Avoid dark alley ways and parking lots, and/or get an escort. Don’t face the wall when eating out. Lock your windows and doors at night. Carry a cell phone and some safety devices (such as a loud horn on your key chain). If you are traveling abroad, carry a local paper or magazine in the local language. Read travel precautions online. • Follow your intuition or gut instinct If you get a sketchy vibe from someone, listen to your gut feeling no matter how irrational. Ducking into a store, changing your route, and staying in the presence of others are all good strategies to avoid kidnapping by heeding your instincts. • Vary your routes and times Make it difficult for would-be attackers to anticipate your plans. Learn multip
