Personal safety

Safety Measures:

• Keep your belongings in sight.
• Keep hold of your handbag and protect your wallet on public transport and in crowded areas (street markets, performances, etc.).
• Take care of your camera or video camera in recreational areas.
• Only take your essentials when you go to the beach or go to the swimming pool.
• If you are using a vehicle, lock all valuables away and keep them out of sight.
• As far as possible, avoid isolated or badly lit places.
• Beware of suspicious offers of 'help' ('help' relating to problems with your car, stains on your clothes, etc.). Thieves know how to use clever tricks in order to rob you.
• Do not take part in gambling or buy 'bargains' in the street. It will nearly always be a confidence trick or a swindle.

At your hotel or private accomodation:

• Do not leave keys, money, or other valuables lying around to be seen. Make use of a safe.
• In communal areas (reception, restaurants, swimming pools) take care of your luggage and personal belongings (handbags, cameras, etc.).

If you are a victim of crime, ask for help by calling the Civil Guard on 062 or report it by phone on 902 102 112 *(several languages are spoken)*

Source: Mijas Semanal in English

Date: Friday 23rd of March 2012

Web: www.mijassemanal.eu