How to Avoid Being Robbed

Article by Great Wall Defense an Online  Personal Defense Store

Robbery can be a very serious crime, more serious than you may have imagined in times past. These days, there is always the possibility that a robbery will involve a weapon. Add to that, the potential for injury, the possibility of great material loss, serious bodily injury, sexual assault, and even death. Some robberies can even involve multiple assailants in the form of gang efforts. It would be wise to think about these possibilities before you are targeted and taken by surprise---when its is too late. Rather it would be wise to ponder over the possibilities and plan ahead or even buy a personal defense weapon like a Taser or a Stun Gun in case you have no choice except to fight back. These kinds of considerations ahead of time lessen your chances of harm. It is better to have prevention in mind before being assaulted or robbed rather than dealing with the sad consequences after the fact.

Here are four tips to help you to avoid being robbed, or injured if you are, so that the potential criminal decides to find another target, or better, just gives up.

1. Never brag about having a large amount of cash, valuables, or jewelry on your person. This is applicable to when you’re in the bar, at work, school, or on a vacation. When you’re travelling internationally, criminals can target the tourists first, as they’re less likely to report the crime. It’s like the tourists always seem to have a large target painted on their backs. Keep money split up into different wallets and bags (even consider buying a Hidden Stash Safe), in this way, if you are robbed, you will still have some cash left to enjoy the remaining vacation.

2. Always think ahead. Keep your keys ready. Don’t be seen as fumbling around in your purse or pockets for your keys, and don’t carry more items than you can handle. Be especially vigilant at night time. Try to carry a Flashlight Stun Gun such as the Lipstick Stun Gun that will light to find your way, or it doubles as a quick response weapon in case someone is approaching from behind you. Ideally though, if you can arrange a car ride with a relative or a close friend—then do so. Do your heaviest grocery shopping only during the daylight hours. Use Google Maps to plan your route in advance, and don’t be seen carrying a map around. Give the impression that you know exactly where you are going.

3. Should you still be confronted by a robber, even if you haven’t been carrying a purse, drop your wallet, cellphone and laptop case on the ground and run. They’ll be too busy collecting the loot and getting away, and won’t be worried about you. Most robbers only want the money for their next drug purchase, but if they also have other bad intentions, it’s best to get away fast. You can always replace your credit cards and electronic devices, but it’s hard to heal up mentally from an assault.

4. Remember that if you attempt to resist a robbery that involves only material possessions, there is always the potential for being hurt. You never know when the perpetrator may be carrying a knife or a gun. Besides, if you're concerned about losing possessions, then do not wear showy displays of expensive jewelry that invite robbery. If you normally carry large amounts of money with you in your wallet, then stash the big bills in your pocket or somewhere not so obvious as your wallet. If you have been injured during a robbery, lay motionless. You don’t want them to panic and injure you further. Let them grab the loot and run.


Robbery is often an opportunistic crime, and no matter how much you try to avoid it, there’s that desperate drug user who needs $5 for their next drug hit. Do your best to avoid robbers and you’ll keep yourself safe, secure, and alive to see another day.