What to do
- Leave if possible without meeting the intruder. Otherwise find a safe place and call police.
- Once safe, wait for instructions. Do not return to inspect the house.
- Once you are safe, ask someone you trust to stay with you, away from the attacker. Tell them where you are and whether you can move or speak. If danger returns, go to another safe place and report it. Do not wait to collect evidence.
What to avoid
- Do not chase, confront or try to take the weapon.
- Do not tidy or touch scene items before instructions, except to save a life.
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