What To Do During An Armed Robbery?

WHAT TODO DURING AN ARMED ROBBERY? REMAIN CALMAND OBEY THE ROBBER. Do only what he demands. Breathe deeply. Control your fear. Concentrate on what must be done in order that the theft ends quickly and without mishap. RAISE YOUR HANDS AND DON'T MOVE. If you must move, tell him what you are going to do. Ensure that he can always see your hands. DON'T HAVE A DISCUSSION WITH HIM. Don't try to change his mind. Speak only if spoken to. Answer in a confident voice and with short sentences. KEEP HIM INFORMED. Make sure there are no surprises. If there is someone else on the premises or if you are expecting someone, tell him. GIVEHIM WHAT HEDEMANDS. Be honest about the amount of money which you can give him. OBSERVE HIM ATTENTIVELY AND ATTEMPT TO REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS: age sex race -height -weight - colour of eyes and hair -clothing -weapon (size, type, etc.) other distinctive signs (scars, tattoos, accent) or specific odours (alcohol, tobacco) ATTEMPT TOMEMORIZE WHAT HE TOUCHES. This will assist the police to lift fingerprints. DO NOT GIVECHASE. Note the direction of his get away and a description of his vehicle, if applicable (license number, make and colour of vehicle). Next, activate the alarm system and call the police. B406UY Source: http://wuw.prevention-commerce.com/pcevq.asp ABS CBNnews.com | Infograhpics by Francin Cruz