Virginia Tech Police Department
Personal Security Tips
Lighting
If possible, always use
well-lit areas at night. Never take shortcuts through isolated areas.
Trust Your Instincts
If something doesn't look right to you, it probably isn't. If someone or something appears out of place in your building, contact your RA or the police immediately.
If something doesn't look right to you, it probably isn't. If someone or something appears out of place in your building, contact your RA or the police immediately.
Awareness
Stay aware of your surroundings. Perpetrators choose their victims based on their vulnerability. Some think talking on the cellular phone is a better deterrent, but actually it is a highly visible sign that you are distracted.
Stay aware of your surroundings. Perpetrators choose their victims based on their vulnerability. Some think talking on the cellular phone is a better deterrent, but actually it is a highly visible sign that you are distracted.
Groups
Travel in groups whenever possible. Perpetrators look for individuals who are easy targets, in areas where they can hide. Simply one other person can take away the criminal's opportunity.
Use Safe Ride
Don't walk alone on campus at night. Call 1-SAFE and go to any campus building for free!
Know How to Defend Yourself
Enroll in a R.A.D. class today! Just click on the R.A.D. link on the right side of the page.
Keychain Safety
Never attach you name and/or address to your keychain.
email alleng@vt.edu for more information.
Travel in groups whenever possible. Perpetrators look for individuals who are easy targets, in areas where they can hide. Simply one other person can take away the criminal's opportunity.
Use Safe Ride
Don't walk alone on campus at night. Call 1-SAFE and go to any campus building for free!
Know How to Defend Yourself
Enroll in a R.A.D. class today! Just click on the R.A.D. link on the right side of the page.
Keychain Safety
Never attach you name and/or address to your keychain.
email alleng@vt.edu for more information.
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