How to be safer, when walking alone at night?

[bubblyanne]

A few nights ago, I was taking a 5 minute walk back to my house, after a fun evening out with friends. A white car that was driving past me in the opposite direction, slowed down and stopped as it passed me. I ran away, which wasn’t far, as it happened at the corner of my house. I got inside as the car was turning around, trying to follow me.

Fortunately, I wasn’t walking anywhere where the driver could park. I was wearing slip on shoes that night and I couldn’t run fast. I was thinking, should I be better prepared for a repeat of this situation, where I should wear shoes that are better for running in? I’ll be out on Wednesday and Thursday night and I’ll be catching the bus home and taking a five minute walk home.

[Chazmatazz269]

First, be careful to not project yourself as a victim. Walk tall and confident, and keep an awareness of your surroundings. Taking some self defense classes will help. Having a weapon and knowing how to use it is good. Always keep your phone handy, and if possible actually talk to someone. Keep them abreast of your location and anything that looks suspicious or dangerous. If you can’t be talking to an actual person, pretend that you are. Describe people and vehicles loudly enough that any potential do-badders will more carefully consider their chances of getting caught. If you’re really in a jam, you can call the local PD’s non emergency number and a cop will likely be happy to stay on the phone with you if something sketchy is going on.
Honestly though, the best bet is the buddy system. Not walking alone is almost always better than walking alone.

[Makeushiver]

Definitely agree what Chazmatazz269 says. I'd recommend either pepper spray or the collapsible n type batons that cops have. It's much thinner than cops old fashioned wooden billy clubs. M any replaced the old wooden club density a telescoping length for easier carrying, much lighter and capable of putting any hum as n or animal atrack without being lethal. No gun, mistakes made with gums are irreversible and you are just as likely getting any gun ( or knife ) you brandished used on weapons on her or people with you and yourself. I think if you could get those items and cultivate an attitude of comfort with them. Don't brandish any weapon you may be unfamiliar with. Knowing a bit of self defense knowledge If you want specifics DM.

[DishLady]

1. If you’re going out, never “drink to the death” only have one or two social drinks. Live to drink another day.



2. Don’t wear/flash valuables (jewelry, cash, anything tempting). Don’t have a big purse…


3. Don’t walk alone…. Or if HAVE to, be on the phone with someone who knows where you are.


4. Don’t walk on quiet/abandoned streets.


5. Don’t stay out too late.


6. Slipons… you should have been ok with unless they weren’t comfortable to begin with. Wear comfortable shoes.

[NamerOfStars]

Learn self-defense. You can probably find a local community program that teaches the basics.

[jahaims]

Don't walk alone, don't walk at night, carry a firearm

[Iron_Man]

Walk in crowds it’s safer bring a can of mace for protection

[adam6402]

Bro just tryna find his uber passenger💀

[DrPepper12]

Pepper spray and keys ready in fist?

[handsomelad70]

Go out with a buddy.

[Anonymous]

That wagin u draggin