Armed Robber |
WHAT
TO DO WHEN ROBBERS STRIKE
The following is what the Police
counsel in the event that robbers manage to enter on to your premises or inside
your house. Read the tips and help save
a life.
1.
Robbers typically launch their
attacks from the backdoor (normally kitchen doors) because they are usually not
fortified. Get good doors for your
kitchen. Use crossbars at the back
or “burglarproof” behind the doors
inside the house. If you have keys to
the burglarproof, never leave them inside the lock. Where possible, use a padlock in addition to
the keys. The purpose is to make it as
difficult as possible for the robbers to enter into the house and to buy you
time to call somebody for help.
22
When you hear someone breaking
your doors, unless you are absolutely sure your actions will prevent entry into
the house, don’t try to be a hero by pushing back behind the doors (they may
shoot at you through the doors) or putting heavy items like freezers or
furniture behind (they get angry and when they are able to finally enter they
are more likely to be violent).
33.
If you sleep without clothes or
with minimal clothing, dress up as soon as you hear them. For the women especially, don’t stay in you
nighties or wrappers. Wear trousers or an ugly top.
44.
If you call someone on the phone
for help, keep the phone far from you as you don’t want it to be known that
you’ve done so.
55
Look for your main power switch
and plunge the building into darkness (it disorients them and may cause them to
run away).
66.
If you have a gun, registered or
not, use it but only if you are sure you will do damage. This isn’t the time
for warning shots! Killing an intruder on your premises in defense of yourself
and property is a legitimate legal defense. Same goes for the use of any other
weapon e.g. knives.
77.
When the robbers manage to enter,
give them whatever they want. Don’t hide anything. Don’t try to be a hero or to
negotiate with them.
88.
Don’t look at them directly (or
don’t let them see you doing so). If you know any of them, don’t show any sign
of recognition and don’t mention the person’s name. However memorize whatever features you can to
help with identification of investigation.
99.
When they finally leave your
house, do not chase after them (yeah some people do that).
110. Be
your neighbor’s keeper and if you hear any break-ins at their house, call the
police for assistance.