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Although the scenario of being chased by a killer is less likely to happen in reality, just in case, you should also learn how to respond if you happen to be in this situation. Whether at home or in public, you can save yourself if you find a good place to hide. Planning ahead can make your home safer if the killer breaks into your home.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Finding a good hiding place

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   Choose a place that can block access. To prevent the murderer from finding you, try to block the entrance where you are hiding. Ideally, there was a secure lock inside the door, and the door would open outward so that the killer wouldn't be able to kick in. You should probably also block the door with other obstacles, such as heavy furniture.
   • If the door is open inward, it is extremely important to block the door with heavy objects, as the killer might kick the door open.
   • It's fine to keep the killer out, but you also need to think about how to escape just in case they get in. A hideout with two exits (such as a door and a window) is ideal.
   • If you are outside, you may not be able to get in the way to protect yourself, but you can find a secluded place where you can easily escape when needed.

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   Keep silent. Once you've found your hiding spot, you need to do your best to avoid making noise so that the killer cannot locate you. If more than one person is hiding, everyone should not talk. Also, make sure to leave the phone on silent mode.
   • Your phone will be heard even if you leave it on vibrate!
   • Try to refrain from screaming at the killer that you called the police.

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   Hide where you are hiding. Find ways to make it difficult for the killer to find your location by turning off all the lights, closing all windows and curtains. Try to pretend there's no one in that area.
   • You should also turn off any light sources, such as your computer monitor.
   • While calling for help is a priority action, keep an eye out for the light on your phone's screen. If the killer was right outside the door, he could see.

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   Avoid huddling in one place. If there are many people hiding, everyone should spread out as sparsely as possible. This will increase the chances of each person surviving if the killer gets into the place where everyone is hiding.
   • Remember to stay away from windows, as this is often the weakest point of the room.

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   Hide in, behind, or underneath something. If you want a good hiding place in a room with a blocked door, look for furniture or similar objects that can hide. The more hidden the location, the better.
   • You can hide behind curtains (floor length), behind a desk, or behind clothes hanging in a closet.
   • Try hiding under a bed, under a pile of clothes, or under a blanket.
   • Consider hiding inside a kitchen cabinet, in the washing machine or in a large bucket.
   • If you are outdoors, hide behind the bushes, under a car, in the trash can, or on the porch.

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   Hide "on the spot" if necessary. Faking death can also be an option if you can't run away or find shelter. This will only work if the killer has killed more than one person. Lie quietly among the victims and pray that the killer doesn't realize you are alive.
   • Lying on your stomach or lying down in a dark place can be helpful, as the killer will be hard to spot if you make a move.

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   Call for help. Once it is safe to call for help, call the emergency services for help. If you have a cell phone, you can make a call while in the background, as long as you are sure the call will not reveal your hiding place. Hold on until police arrive.
   • The operator should be given as much information as possible, such as where you are, the number of victims and the type of weapon in the murderer's hand.
   • When the police arrive, obey the instructions and always raise your hand to show them that you are not a threat.
   • If you are afraid of making a loud call, text someone outside to talk about the situation and ask them to call the police. Consider texting multiple people just in case someone doesn't see the message.
   • If you are in the US, you can also text 9-1-1.
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Part 2 of 3: Apply other survival skills

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   Run away if you can. If it is possible to escape from the building or scene where the killer is located, then running away would be better than hiding. Evaluate the location and measure if you can safely escape.
   • If the others don't want to run with you, let them stay. Don't let them stop you from escaping.
   • If you decide to run, do not bring your belongings. Leave everything behind.
   • Remember to show your hand to the police while running away. If the police were there, they may mistakenly think you were the killer.
   • Run zigzag so that the killer has difficulty aiming for you if they chase.
   • Try to create as many obstacles between you and your pursuer as possible.

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   Aim for a safe place. If you decide to run away, it's important to aim for a safer place than where you just left, in case the killer chases after you. You may just want to get out of there right away, but don't leave without knowing where you're going.
   • If possible, run to a place where you can call for help. A safe place like the police station is the best option, otherwise a neighbor's house is better than having no place.
   • Try to avoid running into a neighbor's house if you are being watched. You don't want to put your neighbors in danger by leading the killer into their home.
   • If there is no hiding place around, aim for the forest instead of running to the open space. You will have more room to hide in the woods. A large parking lot also offers good hiding places.

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   Plan to fight back if the situation requires. In some cases, you will have no choice but to fight back the killer. Usually this is not a good idea, unless your life is in imminent danger, but if this happens, do whatever it takes to protect your life.
   • If you decide to fight back, you will need to fight to the end. Half-hearted efforts to fight back will only put you in greater danger.
   • Your aim is to disarm and / or disable the killer, then run away as quickly as possible.
   • If you have a gun, use it for self-defense. If not, you can neutralize the killer with pepper spray.
   • If forced to strike with bare hands, aim for the most vulnerable parts of the person: throat, eyes, groin, and abdomen.

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   Use improvised weapons. If you choose to fight back but don't have a regular weapon, look around for items that can be used to take down the killer. The weapon you choose should be easy to use and effective.
   • The backpack can be used as a shield or slam at an opponent.
   • Items such as baseball bats, umbrellas or large flashlights can also be used as weapons.
   • Grabbing any heavy object to knock the killer unconscious.
   • Use a fire extinguisher to spray the murderer's face to defeat him.

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   Show cooperative attitude if caught. If you are found by the other person and you cannot escape or fight back (for example, they have a gun and you only have a baseball bat), it is important to know how to deal with them to increase your chances of survival. . If the other person's purpose is mainly to steal or commit other crimes, they may not want to kill you if not absolutely necessary.
   • Try to cooperate as much as you can. Do whatever the person asks, and don't wonder.
   • Avoid eye contact, as this can be seen as a threat.
   • Don't make any sudden movement that makes them think you are going to fight.
   • Always look for an opportunity to run away or neutralize the killer.
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Part 3 of 3: Plan ahead

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   House reinforcement. There's not much you can do to make it safer in public, but you can reinforce your home so that it will be difficult for strangers to enter. These measures can prevent a homicide from escaping in the home.
   • Make sure the doors and the bar along the door frame are made of solid steel.
   • If the door is fitted with glass, make sure it doesn't break.
   • Close and lock windows at night and when you are not in the room.
   • Remember to leave your house lights on at night to prevent intruders.

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   Installing the theft alarm system. The burglar alarm system can ensure security and give homeowners peace of mind. This system can automatically alarm if someone breaks into your home, and often also causes the intruder to run away in fear.
   • Some burglar alarm systems have an emergency mode that you can use to make an intruder think you've turned the system off, but in fact, you secretly alert the police.
   • Ask your service provider how to alarm if someone breaks into your home. In some cases you can give them an alarm password, in others, just entering the wrong password can trigger the alarm.
   • Maybe you should also have a security camera attached.
   • Whether or not you have an alarm system installed, you should post a sign that you have a camera. This usually has the effect of stopping crime like real alarm devices.

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   Prepare a safe room in the house. It's a good idea to design a safe room in the house to make sure the whole family knows it's a hiding place in an emergency situation.
   • A safe room must have a solid door and a secure lock inside. You can install steel doors for extra safety.
   • Make sure the safe room is where the whole family can reach and is away from the area where intruders often enter. A wall cabinet or bathroom near the bedroom is a good option.

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   Keep important items handy in safe rooms. In addition to designing a special room in the house to secure and secure the area, you should also have what you need in case the murderer breaks into the house.
   • It's a good idea to charge your cell phone in a safe room every night so you can call for help if you have to hide there.
   • If you have a weapon, you should probably keep it in a safe room as well. If you don't have a gun, leave a few things that can be improvised weapons here.
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Warning

• Don't get out of the shelter before the police arrive. In many cases, you think you are safe, but you are not.
• If you have a gun, be sure to learn how to use it so you can shoot in an emergency.
• Never try to handle things yourself, unless absolutely necessary.
• Note that the chances of being pursued by acquaintances are much higher than by strangers. If you think an acquaintance is trying to kill you, escape from them like you would another killer!
• Don't talk while you're hiding. In the US, you can text 9-1-1 if it is too dangerous to call the police from hiding place.
• Don't forget that whatever weapon you choose can be used against you.