Crime Prevention Tips and Things to Think About:

• Know the Public Safety EMERGENCY number - 911
• Did you lock your car this morning?
• Do you keep your purse under your desk or in an unlocked drawer?
• If an offer sounds too good to be true - it usually is.
• Information on crime prevention seminars is available by calling 8-3137.
• Protect your computer passwords. See http://www.helpdesk.princeton.edu/docs/password.html Do not leave passwords (or combinations) in desk drawers.
• Personal computers should be engraved and in many cases, secured. Contact the Crime Prevention Office for details. 8-3137
• Nearly every theft from a dorm room is through an unlocked door.
• Always Lock Your Door when the room is unoccupied or when you are sleeping.
• If you must remain in a building after hours, use the BUDDY SYSTEM when leaving.
• Call 8-3134 for an escort.
• Report lost or stolen ID or credit cards immediately.
• Never leave valuables unattended near the basketball or squash courts at Dillon Gym.
• Lock Your Locker, even when unattended for only a few minutes.
• Engrave valuables; VCRs, stereos, cameras, etc. in the home, dorm and office.
• Always lock doors and ground floor windows.
• Report suspicious activity immediately.
• Make sure bikes are locked to an immoveable object with a good lock.
• Make a copy of your credit cards and drivers license to keep a safe place in case of loss.
• Warm coats are targets for thieves at the Clubs and Dining halls during winter months.
• Plan trips to ATM machines during daylight hours.
• At buy-back time, books are like cash. Do not leave text books unattended.

Three Simple Rules for Personal Safety

• Stay alert and tuned in to your surroundings. Be aware and prepared.

• Stand tall and walk confidently, do not show fear. Do not look like a victim.

• Trust your instincts, if you do not feel comfortable in a place or situation, leave.

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