YouTube, josie bowersThis is why safety must always be observed everywhere.
Meet Josie
YouTube, josie bowersJosie Bowers was just 15 years old when she almost got in danger while on vacation with her family in Ocean City, Maryland.
Sensing Danger
PexelsShe was alone in the hotel room and was about to go shower when she heard noises.
Her Reflex
YouTube, josie bowersShe went to go see what it was and it was a contraption. She stood there in her towel and a man opened the door so she slammed it shut as fast as she could and secured the deadbolt.
Trying To Trick Her
PexelsThe two men then began talking to her from behind the door, claiming that they were from the hotel and were there to fix her broken door, but when Josie peeked at them, they were in jeans and a T-shirt so she figured they were lying.
Remembering Dad’s Words
PexelsJosie then remembered a tip her police officer stepfather told her — don’t ever let people know you are alone.
Outsmarting Them
Pexels“I yelled ‘Hey dad, there’s someone here to fix the door.’ As soon as they thought that I wasn’t alone – and potentially my dad was there – they ran, they were gone,” said Josie.
The Bottomline
PexelsFrom her experience, Josie is convinced that it is always a good idea to lock your deadbolt and not let the intruders know that you’re alone.
Sharing Her Story
PexelsJosie is now 19 years old when she shared her story on TikTok with the hopes of saving other people’s lives as well with the trick she learned from her dad.
Watch Josie’s TikTok video below.
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