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To hide from a murderer, look for a room with a window, like a bedroom. That way, you can barricade the door with a piece of furniture and crawl out the window if you need to. Once you’ve blocked the door, turn off any lights and close the blinds to make it harder to spot you. Then, hide under a bed, behind a desk, or inside a cupboard to put another obstacle between you and the killer. Make sure you turn your phone on silent and be as quiet as possible so you don’t give away your location. As soon as you think it's safe, call the police or emergency services. For more tips, including how to find a good weapon to fight a murderer, read on!