Well. It's ALMOST good advice...
http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/quincy/2010/08/quincy_police_on_alert_after_r.html
According to Dougan, police are stepping up presence in the areas as well as advising people to take these precautions when walking home at night:
* Always be aware of your surroundings
* Opt for travel on a main road
* Scan the area for potential threats
* Remove your headphone while walking and avoid texting while walking
* Consider carrying a whistle
* Have your cell phone in the 911 dial-ready position
* Call 911 if anything is amiss or if you see any suspicious behavior
http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/quincy/2010/08/quincy_police_on_alert_after_r.html
According to Dougan, police are stepping up presence in the areas as well as advising people to take these precautions when walking home at night:
* Always be aware of your surroundings
* Opt for travel on a main road
* Scan the area for potential threats
* Remove your headphone while walking and avoid texting while walking
* Consider carrying a whistle
* Have your cell phone in the 911 dial-ready position
* Call 911 if anything is amiss or if you see any suspicious behavior