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“Pokémon Go” fever is sweeping across the globe but players need to focus on their safety and non-players need to be alert to people roaming around who aren’t always paying attention to their surroundings.
The smart phone app “Pokémon Go” involves users wandering around to explore their surroundings to catch Pokémon through augmented reality. Going onto private property or seeming to loiter outside businesses could prompt calls of a suspicious person to law enforcement agencies.
-Towards that end, users need to respect places of businesses and private property.
-Don’t wander around in la-la land. Be aware of where you are and who is around you at all times. Police in O’Fallon Missouri have arrested three people in connection with a string of armed robberies they say targeted the victims through the Pokémon Go App.
-Don’t try to catch Pokémon and drive! Distracted driving is a major safety hazard.
-Distracted walking is also a major hazard. Pay attention to where you are walking and be aware of intersections and busy roads.
-Don’t play alone. Users should travel in groups and again, practice situational awareness.
-Report any suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
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