What Happens When You Ignore The Basics Of Personal SecurityJohn (named changed to protect his identity) failed to remember the basics of personal security. He was walking through a park late one night, with his laptop bag, when he was approached by a robber. The robber demanded John’s bag and he decided to hesitate because he thought about how expensive the laptop would be to replace. Suddenly, three accomplishes of the robber jumped out of the bushes and beat John with sticks. As a result, of John’s hesitation, the robbers increased the amount of violence against him. Let’s examine this situation and see how John could have made better choices. First, he should have never been in a public park, alone, late at night. Public parks are notorious hangouts for drug addicts and criminals when the sun goes down. Second, remember one of the personal security tips about not carrying large bags. John didn't. Third, by hesitating and failing to immediately give up his laptop, John caused the robbers to increase their level of violence. Material items can always be replaced. They are not worth risking your life over.
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