People will stop paying attention and you'll probably be fined. Call the police from a neighbor's house or a public phone. At night, if you think you hear someone breaking in, leave safely if you can, then call 911 . If you can't leave, lock yourself in a room with a phone and call 911 . If an intruder is in your room, pretend you are asleep.
Guns are responsible for many accidental deaths in homes every year.
Think carefully before buying a gun. If you do own one, learn how to store it and use it safely. YOU CAN DO Join a Neighborhood Watch group. If one doesn't exit, consider starting one in your neighborhood. Never leave a message on your answering machine that indicates you may be away from home.