Crime Prevention Links: Subway Safety

Here are some tips to help make your ride on NYC subways a safe and pleasant one.
Remember that when you're on the platform, the safest place to wait is behind the yellow line, away from the edge.

And it just makes sense to...

• Be careful not to display money in public.

• Hold on to your pocketbook when using the shoulder strap.

• Keep your wallet out of sight and never put your wallet in your rear pocket.

• Be sure your necklaces and other jewelry are not visible.

• Do not doze or fall asleep on the train.

• Beware of loud arguments or noisy incidents. They could be staged to distract you in order to pick your pocket.

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