Sexual assault is a fear that every woman has. It is a crime that is not motivated by sexual desire, but by violence. It is an attempt to hurt and humiliate a person, using sex as a weapon. Rape can happen in almost any situation. One-third of all victims are attacked in their homes and in over half the reported rapes, women know their attackers.
Rape is the most underreported crime in America.
There are ways of reducing your chances of being a victim of rape. The following are suggestions to consider. At Home Make sure all windows and doors in your home can be locked securely. Keep entrances well lighted. Install a peephole in the door and use it.