The Death of Crime

Some people are charging money for this information. I think it should be available to everyone. I have great info on how to protect yourself in several situations that most people wouldn't even think are dangerous.We'll start with this one:

ATM SECURITY

ATM cash machines have been incorporated in our way of life. They offer real convenience to those on the run but at the same time offer an element of risk. Using an ATM machine safety requires awareness and a little planning. Just because an ATM machine is open and available 24/7 doesn't mean it is always safe to use it. ATM robbers are usually males under 25 years old and most work alone.ATM robbers usually position themselves nearby waiting for a victim to approach and withdraw cash. Most ATM robbery victims are women who were alone when robbed. Most claim they never saw the robber coming. Most ATM robbers used a gun or claimed to have a concealed weapon when confronting the victim and demanding their cash.

If you or your family members use ATM cash machines on a regular basis, here are some tips that can make the process a little safer:

• Use only ATM machines in well-lighted, high traffic areas. Don't use ATM machines that are remote or hidden such as being located behind buildings, behind pillars, walls, or away from public view. Beware of obvious hiding places like shrubbery or overgrown trees. ATM robbers like to have the element of surprise and no witnesses. Robbers like good escape routes like nearby freeway on-ramps or high speed thoroughfares.
• Choose ATM that looks and "Feels" safer, even if it is a couple miles out of the way. try to limit your uses to daytime. take some one with you after hours, if you can. When you drive up to an ATM location, scan the area for any suspicious persons. If you see anyone suspicious standing nearby, or sitting in a car, drive away. When you approach an ATM on foot be prepared and have your access card ready. Memorize your PIN number to prevent loss and speed transactions. After inserting your card and your PIN keep an out behind you. Never accept an offer to help or request for help from a suspicious male ahead of you at the machine. If anyone suspicious or seemingly dangerous approaches terminate your transaction and leave immediately, even if it means running away and leaving your ATM card in the machine. First, tell the suspicious male in a loud, firm voice to "back-Off" and leave you alone. This is designed to startle the person and give you time to flee, if appropriate. When you receive cash from the machine put it away immediately, extract your card, and walk away.
• If you use a car drive-thru ATM machine the same rules apply. Keep your car in gear, with your foot firmly on the brake, while using the ATM machine. Keep a close eye on your rear side view mirrors during the transaction. Robbers almost always approach the car from the rear drivers side. If you see anyone approaching, cancel the transaction, drive off even if it means leaving your ATM card inside. If you are confronted by an armed robber, just give up your money with no argument. The cash is not worth serious injury or death. Get to a safe place and call the police immediately..
• If lights around the ATM are not working, do not use that machine.
• Avoid ATM machines adjacent to obvious hiding places.
• Have your card ready and leave quickly, not counting your cash in public.
• Beware of offers for help from strangers during an ATM transaction.
• Don't fight with or attempt to follow the robber.
• Drive or walk to a safe place and immediately call the police.

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