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Nervous to go out

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missrosexx · 12/09/2022 21:48

Myself and my child came across an aggressive man who was either drunk or on drugs yesterday afternoon on the way back from the shops who did a lot of name calling threatened me with a knife. It's been reported but now I have this huge fear of leaving the house especially with my child. I walk the same direction to work everyday but im terrified after finding out this man has been following women in the area for the past week.

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RedHelenB · 12/09/2022 21:49

What have the police advised?

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missrosexx · 12/09/2022 21:52

RedHelenB · 12/09/2022 21:49

What have the police advised?

I have an appointment with them in the morning

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PonyPatter44 · 12/09/2022 21:57

It is disturbing to encounter someone like this, and often the more you think about it, the scarier it becomes. Go on Amazon and order yourself a personal alarm, and make sure you know how to use it. Make sure your phone is in your hand or in an easily reached pocket.

Then...go out. Make it a short walk if you like, but go out. You know you can call the police if something happens again. I am glad you weren't hurt, but dont let your fear dominate your life.

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