Kidnapping today is an hobby for getting rich quickly. It is also an avenue some take advantage of to retaliate or to get what they desire. That is why it is necessary to be observant and alert at all times. It is not out of place to look behind you within a span of 30 - 60 seconds to be sure if you are not being followed.

DON'T BE AN  ACCURATE PREDICTABLE PERSON
You need to understand that acts of violence doesn't not just occur randomly. It is often not random at all. People who kidnap people locally or overseas don’t just wake up and say, ‘Let’s grab someone today.

They do a lot of surveillance. "They look for travel patterns of their victims in hotels. What time they leave? Where do they go? Is there anything predictable about your movements? So job one is to make your movements as unpredictable as possible. Sometimes take the stairs, sometimes take the elevator. Leave and return at varying times. Don’t always follow the same path out on the streets.”

SIGNS YOU ARE BEING FOLLOWED
Multiple sightings of the same person or vehicle over the course of a day

Travelers who get on and off public transportation with you

Diners in restaurants who get up and leave after you without eating their food

People sitting in a restaurant who aren’t eating at all

A jogger who is standing near you, stretching for what feels like too much time

Gut feeling -- always trust your gut(your instinct)

TO CLEAR YOUR DOUBT IF YOU ARE BEING FOLLOWED OR NOT
To clear yourself of all doubt and for the sake of your sanity, here are some simple ways to prove your suspicion is correct.

Use mirrors or windows to watch people behind you.

Make unexpected stops, go places you wouldn’t normally go, change your pace or your route. Is someone who walks your normal path suddenly also at these random locations, too?

Jump in a taxi and take it one block and get back out. Did someone do the same thing behind you?

Walk your normal path, then make a show of “forgot my keys” and turn around and go back the other way. Did they start going the other way, too? This method also gives you a good excuse to get a good look at the face of the guy you think is following you so you can give a description.

If you are in a car, get in a traffic circle and go all the way around and pop out on the road you were just on. Did someone stay with you?

Flip on your turn signal. See if they do, too. Then just continue driving straight. Did they continue straight as well.

If your suspicion is correct don't panic walk boldly. Here are the Safety tips to follow.
Keep Calm
If you see a potential stalker in the rearview mirror your car, don’t drive too fast to rush away from them as a knee-jerk reaction. On the contrary, it’s better to slow down because it gives you time to think things through. Also it is far better to drive to the police station and other authority offices. If you are on foot, you can enter a shopping centre or mall, game centre, banking hall, eatery or any where close by that is busy with people stop to look at the window to relax to gather your breath and strength so as to think clearly without over panicking and to study your surroundings. Use that time to gather your thoughts, do a little deep breathing, and take stock of what’s happening around you.

Pay Attention
We do a lot of things without paying much attention ( autopilot) How many times have you driven home only to pull into your driveway and realize you don’t recall the last three turns you made? If you think someone’s stalking you, make it a point to be extra observant.

This is doubly true if you feel like it’s an ongoing issue. Don’t play on your phone while taking a stroll or zone out behind the wheel. Instead, keep an eye out for things that are out of place. Make note of pedestrians you pass, especially if someone pops up repeatedly. Look for cars making all the same turns you are making.

Mix Things Up
People make wrong turns all the time, but it’s rare for two people to make the same wrong turn at the same time. If you sense someone’s following you, try a short detour. Turn away from your destination, and then double back. This works as well on foot as it does in the car. If a potential stalker mimics your maneuver, your suspicions may be warranted. If this happens, head to a public place or police station.

Go Where the People Are
Instead of walking home, go into a busy coffee shop. If you are in your car, drive to a full parking lot, like one at a mall or large shopping center, and go shopping.

Crowds can help deter stalkers from continuing to follow you or approaching you, as there are too many witnesses around. If you return to your car, make sure you aren’t walking alone. Speak with a security guard and ask them to walk you to your car. Be sure to check inside and under the car before you get in and always keep your doors locked. If you are on foot you can follow the same procedure both work on the same principle. Ensure you take a closer look at your shoulder or behind you to ascertain if your stalker is no longer stalking you.

Make Use Of Your Phone
There are several apps build specifically for personal safety, like bSafe or Canopy.

Both offer a host of personal safety features and are available for Android and iOS. You can alert authorities with these apps if you’re in trouble, so they’re great tools to have on your phone.
Kitestring is another excellent mobile tool. Kitestring is an SMS-based service that gives you a simple way to set up automated check-ins, alerting a friend if you don’t respond. As there’s no app to download, it works with any SMS-enabled mobile phone.

Even if you don’t have access to a personal safety service, you can still use your phone. Call a friend or family member, tell them where you are, and stay on the phone with them until you feel comfortable.

Call the Police
If you feel you are in immediate danger, don’t hesitate to contact the police.

Calling any of the emergency or non-emergency police dispatch line in your area are always options, as it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Whether you’re walking or driving and feel you’re being followed, it’s important to stay safe. Keep these tips in mind and use them to help you protect yourself from any stalkers.

SAFETY ACTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS ON THE STREET
Be alert. Look around you. Be aware of others on the street. Make it difficult for anyone to take you by surprise. Women should carry a whistle on a key chain. Walk with keys in hand.

Walk or bike with others if you have a choice. Try not to go alone.

Stay on populated, well-lighted streets when you can.

If possible, avoid dark or concealed areas. Walk in the middle of the street if it appears safer.

If you think someone is following you, turn around and check so that you are not caught off guard. Cross the street or change direction.

Walk or run toward people, traffic, or lights. Consider confronting the aggressor and saying, in a loud, firm voice, "Don't follow me!" Try to find an occupied building and perhaps throw something through the window, if necessary.

If a car follows you or stops near you for directions, do not approach the car. Change direction if you feel threatened and walk or run toward stores, a lighted house, or other people.

Remain Safe.