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How to Protect Against Rape: Tips From Rapists

Did you know that every 2 minutes, a woman is raped in America?

Officers asked men who had sexually assaulted women how to protect women from future attacks, and here’s what they learned: 

Rapists aren’t looking for sexy or beautiful women, they’re looking for easy targets. 

Who knew?

Here’s what rapists look for:

  1. Woman with long hair in a ponytail, bun, or braid; something easy to grab.
  2. Woman wearing clothes that are easy to remove.
  3. Woman who is distracted by a cell phone; easy to overpower.
  4. Woman in grocery store or office parking lots, or in public restrooms.

Here’s what deters rapists:

  1. Woman who puts up a fight and screams; it’s not worth it because they don’t have the time.
  2. Woman carrying an umbrella or something large that could be used to create space between her and the rapist.
  3. Woman who yells that she has pepper spray and holds it out towards them.
  4. Woman who pinches under their arms or upper inner thighs with all their might.
  5. Woman who kicks or punches in the groin.
  6. Woman who grabs their fingers and bends them back.

Here are ways to escape an abduction attempt:

  1. If a robber demands that you give him your wallet or purse, toss it as far as you can throw it, and then run in the other direction. Scream as you run to attract attention.
  2. If you’re thrown into the trunk of a car, kick out the tail lights and stick your arm out the hole and wave like crazy.
  3. If the guy has a gun and he isn’t holding you, run away screaming. He will miss you 96 times out of 100 times, if he even pulls the trigger at all.

Here are ways to be aware of your surroundings:

  1. Before getting into your car, check the passenger and back seats.
  2. If parked next to a van, enter your car from the passenger side to avoid being pulled into the van.
  3. Avoid walking in stairwells by yourself; take the elevator instead.
  4. If you’re alone, don’t help others who claim to need your help.  If they really need help, call 9-1-1 and let the professionals help.

Share this with your female family and friends. Remind them of these tips when they go out so they remember what to be aware of and what to do in case of an attack.