- Do not overload yourself with books or packages. Try to keep your hands free.
- If you think someone is following you, cross the street, walk faster, or even walk down the middle of the street. Try to get to a lighted area, public place, or to a group of people.
- Avoid areas overgrown with trees, weeds, and shrubbery.
- Avoid walking alone when you are intoxicated, upset, or depressed.
- Never hitchhike or accept rides from strangers.
- Walk with an air of confidence and aggressiveness.
- Carry your keys clenched in your fist, with the sharp edges protruding through your fingers.
- Always have keys ready to open the door. Do not fumble through bags or pockets for long periods of time. This diverts your attention away from your surroundings.
- If your purse or backpack is snatched, do NOT fight the thief. There is nothing in it that cannot be replaced.
How to Walk Safely
Police Department
701 Vickers Drive
Mailing Address: 521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
Phone: 859-622-1111
Fax: 859-622-2243