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Personal Safety

The likelihood of you or a member of your family becoming the victim of a violent crime is very slim.

Violent crime in the Tayside Police area accounts for only a very small amount of the total crime recorded. Fear of this type of crime, however, can often be quite high.

The following advice will help minimise the risk and provide you with guidance on what to do should you feel alarmed or threatened.

  • Out and About
    Walking to work, school, the shops or when out socialising is part of everyday life and we should feel confident doing so
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  • Driving
    Travelling in your car can often provide you with a sense of security due to the protection offered by the vehicle itself
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  • At Cash Points
    When withdrawing money, care should be taken to ensure your PIN is not seen and that your money cannot be snatched
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  • On Public Transport
    Advice to minimise the risk of you becoming the victim of crime on public transport
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  • Look After Your Handbag
    Be on your guard to prevent handbag snatches and purse thefts
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