The car was usually found a few blocks away. Never walk down a dark lane alone. Carry money in your front pocket, never in a purse or wallet. Don't pull out a big wad of bills when paying for things. Never leave money in your car.
Many hotels have safes to keep valuables and money.
If you turn your back and your child has suddenly become lost during the parade, report it to one of the police officers who will be all along the parade route. If a situation doesn't look or feel safe, it probably isn't. The Savannah Police Department headquarters is at Habersham and Oglethorpe streets.