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If you sense potential danger...

  • Assess the situation, and then take action.
  • Move away from the potential threat. You will have to decide how immediate the threat is and how drastic your action should be.
  • Join any group of people nearby. Cross the street and increase your pace.
  • Go to a well-lighted public place and call the police immediately.
  • If you believe a threat is imminent and you see people nearby to help you, try to get their attention: yell, scream, or make a commotion in any way you can. Remember, dialing 911 and activating alarm boxes are part of the personal safety system.
  • If you see someone else in trouble, call the police immediately.
  • After you have avoided the threat of crime, call the police and report any and all details of the incident, including:
    • Suspect description
    • Location of the incident
    • Vehicle used (if any)
    • Last known direction of suspect

Seattle University | Department of Public Safety
901 12th Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98122-4340
24 Hr. Campus Emergency Line: 206-296-5911
24 Hr. Business Line: 206-296-5990