It is to be noted that this type of rape preventation only
prevent so called 'rapist-unknown' type. Most rapes are carried out
by 'friends' of the victim. That is another story!
If I am to attack you, I would do it from the back, using surprise
element to subdue you. It would be a good idea for one to observe
his(who say guys can't be raped?!?)/her surrounding. If the rapists
is spotted he lose his element of surprise and will be less likely
to strike.
If you are walking home alone, please do not talk on your
handphone! You will lose connection with your surrounding, making
you vulnerable(erm spelling?) to both rapists and
snatch-thieves(your handphone is outside le!).
Most will be looking for an easy victim. If you carry an umbrella,
your chance of getting selected would be lower.
Sure, you have a penknife with you. But why are you holding it with
2 hands? A penknife is more of a slashing then stabbing weapon.
Holding it with 2 hands will make it ineffictive. Hold it with one
hand at one side, high up(show him you got a knife). The idea here
is not to use it, but to scare him away!