Good Hints to be safe

Crime Alert

Vehicle Safety TipsSome basic information to help keep you safe while you are out in your car....


· Drive Safely and obey all traffic laws... don't attract attention to yourself by driving aggressively or in a manner that would make you stand out in a crowd.

· Be alert to what is going on around you at all times... be aware of your surroundings and be cognizant of suspicious vehicles and people, especially when you are stopped at a traffic light. Take note of your surroundings as you pull into a parking space which should always be in a well lit and busy area.

· Plan your route... try to stay on main thoroughfares and roadways and, whenever possible, let family members know your plans and expected arrival times.

· Try not to travel alone and avoid trouble spots... there's safety in numbers and some areas of town are more prone to criminal activity than others, especially late at night or during the early morning hours.

· Keep your doors locked and windows closed... good advice at home and when you are on the road.

· Do not allow yourself to be involved in Road Rage... Sadly, we live in a time when more and more people are prone to violence, often over seemingly trivial matters. If you have angered someone on the highway don't escalate the situation by "trying to prove a point." Avoid making eye contact, the use of "sign language," or any form of communication with a motorists who appears to be upset with you.

· Carry a cell phone... if you find yourself in an emergency situation you can immediately call for assistance.

· Do not drive and talk on the cell phone... they're great for in-car emergencies but chatting on them while you are driving will greatly increase your chances of becoming involved in an a highway incident or worse, an accident.

· Be careful at stoplights and on the expressway ramps... Carjackers often will stage an accident by bumping into the back of a car in order to get the driver to pull over. When the victim gets out to look for damage the carjackers will rob them or even steal their victim's car.

· If you are bumped from behind... and it seems suspicious, motion to the driver to follow you. Turn on your emergency flashers and continue at a slow but steady pace to the nearest gas station, police station or well-lit, populated area. Then immediately call the police.