Personal Security: Get Prepared as Crime is on the Rise

 It is not because I’m an advocate for personal security that caused me to note that the local newspaper this past week has been filled with headlines involving criminal attacks and reminders of the need for personal security. It has been right there in black and white whenever I pick up the newspaper. The first paper had headlines describing a teenager stabbed by another student at school. This had been broadcast on television etc. and I expected to see some coverage of this incident. But the story below really caught my eye-a story about two men who invaded a house, killed the father, raped and strangled the mother and then tied the two young teenage girls to their bed and poured gasoline around them before setting the house on fire and leaving them to a horrific end. The article described these men as having no reaction  to their heinous actions. These are the type of people that are out there every day and the people we need to fear.

There was also the article about the burglar who just burst into a house firing shots from a handgun, Right now the paper is not writing about a motive, but does it really matter? The assailant pointed a gun at the woman resident and pointed the gun at the floor and fired shots. Luckily it looks like the woman and family are ok, but I’m sure the incident has left a lasting impression on that family’s memories. Had this family had surveillance protection or personal security devices in their possession, the scene might have been different, but in this case the assailant had the upper hand.

Another article described the attack of a woman in an armed robbery.  Supposedly the woman knew her assailant and thought she was only going to borrow her questionable friend some money-not so the case, I guess, That just proves that these days you can’t be too careful even with friends. When people face hard times, they can change and they do not change for the best!

What did make me glad was to see that some neighborhoods were joining together for neighborhood watch and enforcement teams. Underneath the headline was listed various incidents that had recently occurred to include theft, loitering, loitering with gun involvement, gang suppression, the attack by a group of boys on a disabled person, stolen property, delivery of a handgun, and the list went on. I’m glad to see that some are taking notice of the rise in crime and statistics and taking action.

I did not write this blog to scare anyone, but rather to make people aware that times are changing and people desperate for money will stop at nothing to get what they want. What is the answer? My answer would be to be prepared at anytime for any thing,  as anyone could be chosen as a victim and there seems to be no partiality as to who is chosen to be that victim. At Best Protection, we are well aware of the today’s news and what is going on in our neighborhood and the world in general. We believe in keeping your home well secured and keeping yourself and your family well protected with a personal security device of your choosing, as well as surveillance systems for home security. If this blog meant anything to you, then visit us and see what there is to keep yourself , your  family, and your home safe and secure. We are always there to help and answer any questions you may have.

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Personal Security :How Can You Avoid Becoming A Victim Of Crime

       For the last two weeks, when I pick up the local newspaper the front page has featured a story about the latest purse snatching victim. The stories are all similar in that the victim is female (I hope men aren’t carrying purses!) and usually elderly but not always.   In one instance the victim is confronted by two assailants-one to distract the victim while the other snatches the purse. In another instance, a car pulls up close to the victim, the assailant jumps out and grabs the purse and once successful jumps back in the car and  drives away. In each instance, the victim is left knowing that a criminal not only took their money but also has personal information and identification, etc. It leaves one sick and shocked-I know because I was also a victim several years ago.

   In my instance, however, I chose to seek out ways to prevent ever becoming a victim again. I did not care for the feeling of helplessness and I certainly didn’t care for the weeks and months that I worried that my personal and private information was out there somewhere or that  maybe the assailant might show up at my home any day or any time. It was this fear that pushed me into taking action to protect myself and I hope it is this same fear that causes you to take action and precautions as well. Maybe you have never been a victim, and if not, I hope that you never will be. But statistics are showing that more and more petty crimes are being committed as the economy continues to worsen.

  A personal security device such as a key chain pepper spray costs around $10-$15 dollars for the smaller model. The cost of the lost of my purse was quite a bit more as I had $100 after just coming from the bank. A replacement driver’s license alone was $10 and that cost may have increased by now. Then there was all the time and materials needed to call, write and get replacement cards, bank accounts, nursing license in my case, etc. In all, I would say the replacement costs ran around $200-$250 which is a far cry from the $10 for a pepper spray or personal alarm. But a few years ago, I was like so many other people who felt it could never happen to me. Well, I’m now here to tell you it can happen to you and when it does, it is fast, quick and devastating.

  My company Best Protection understands what it feels like to be victimized and we try to carry a variety of personal security devices to meet each persons needs and prevent them from  becoming the “next victim.” My personal favorite is the electronic whistle. It can fasten on your key chain and the moment, you feel in danger, you can put it into action and 120dB can draw attention in a real hurry. Criminals do not like attention and will frequently drop the crime at hand and get as far away as possible.  A second  favorite is the keychain pepper spray which I carry in my hand whenever in a parking lot or public place which could present  the possibility of attack. Each of these choices are very economical and easy to use.

  I wrote this so I could share my experiences with others in the hope a purse snatching is not in your future. But I can only write the article. I cannot make you read it, or take action-that is up to you.  If you are serious about your personal security than you will take action and visit our site Best Protection and obtain a personal security device that meets your needs. While there, sign up as a site fan so you can receive our quarterly newsletter with more safety and security tips and information. You will also be notified before others of sales and specials when they occur. And then pass this information on to your friends because no one anywhere needs to be victim to crime.