We live in a country where the crime-rate is high and horror stories are on many newspaper front pages. Sometimes there is just nothing you can do to prevent being the target of a crime, but there are also many precautions that you can take.

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Driving around with a wallet or a briefcase on the passenger seat is inviting a smash-and-grab incident – put it out of sight; whether you're in your car or not, always keep the doors locked and windows closed; invest in armed response – a sign in front of your house naming your alarm company and armed response company will put off many a prospective burglar; be aware of your surroundings – get into the habit of checking who is in your vicinity when you are walking in the street; avoid wearing expensive jewellery when in public places – it will only make you a target of muggers.

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