These 3 Tips Will Protect You from Stalkers (The 3 Rules of Surveillance)

Published on August 21, 2023
Duration: 6:34

This video by former CIA officer Jason Hanson outlines three rules to detect hostile surveillance. Rule 1 is seeing someone once ('accident'), Rule 2 is seeing them twice in different locations ('coincidence'), and Rule 3 is seeing them a third time ('enemy action'), confirming targeted surveillance. Hanson emphasizes the importance of a Surveillance Detection Route (SDR) and advises calling 911 if followed, rather than going home.

Quick Summary

The three rules of surveillance are: Rule 1 ('accident') is seeing someone once. Rule 2 ('coincidence') is seeing them a second time in a different location. Rule 3 ('enemy action') is seeing them a third time, confirming hostile surveillance. If confirmed, run an SDR and call 911.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 3 Rules of Surveillance
  2. 00:21Rule 1 & 2: Accident & Coincidence
  3. 01:28Rule 3: Enemy Action Confirmed
  4. 02:18Case Study: Aldo Moro Kidnapping
  5. 04:18How to Run a Surveillance Detection Route (SDR)
  6. 05:16Opportunity Crime vs. Targeted Surveillance

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the three rules of surveillance to detect if someone is following you?

The three rules are: Rule 1 is seeing someone once ('accident'), Rule 2 is seeing them a second time in a different location ('coincidence'), and Rule 3 is seeing them a third time ('enemy action'), which confirms hostile surveillance.

How can I confirm if I am being followed?

You can confirm if you're being followed by performing a Surveillance Detection Route (SDR). This involves making several random turns. If the same person or vehicle continues to follow you after these maneuvers, it indicates you are likely under surveillance.

What should I do if I confirm I am being stalked or followed?

If you confirm hostile surveillance, immediately call 911. Do not proceed directly to your home or usual destination, as this could lead the pursuer to your location. Seek a safe public place or police station.

What is the difference between opportunity crime and targeted surveillance?

Opportunity crimes are opportunistic, often committed by criminals who spot valuables like jewelry and follow the victim home. Targeted surveillance is a more deliberate, planned operation by someone specifically seeking to harm or abduct you, often confirmed by the three rules of surveillance.

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