Asking for Help When You Feel Unsafe

You're in an uncomfortable situation and need someone to help you feel safe.

You
Disculpe, no me siento seguro aquí. Necesito ayuda.
dees-KOOL-peh, noh meh SYEHN-toh seh-GOO-roh ah-KEE. neh-seh-SEE-toh ah-YOO-dah
Excuse me, I don't feel safe here. I need help.
Use "seguro" if you're male, "segura" if you're female. This phrase will be taken seriously — don't hesitate to use it.
Local
¿Qué pasó? ¿Está bien? ¿Necesita que llame a la policía?
keh pah-SOH? ehs-TAH byehn? neh-seh-SEE-tah keh YAH-meh ah lah poh-lee-SEE-ah?
What happened? Are you okay? Do you need me to call the police?
You
Alguien me está siguiendo. ¿Me puede acompañar a un lugar seguro?
AHL-gyehn meh ehs-TAH see-GYEHN-doh. meh PWEH-deh ah-kohm-pah-NYAR ah oon loo-GAR seh-GOO-roh?
Someone is following me. Can you walk with me to a safe place?
Approaching a shop owner, security guard, or family group is a good strategy if you feel unsafe.
Local
Claro, venga conmigo. Aquí al lado hay una farmacia abierta. Está seguro ahí.
KLAH-roh, BEHN-gah kohn-MEE-goh. ah-KEE ahl LAH-doh eye OO-nah far-MAH-syah ah-BYEHR-tah. ehs-TAH seh-GOO-roh ah-EE
Of course, come with me. There's an open pharmacy right next door. You'll be safe there.
Pharmacies, convenience stores like OXXO, and restaurants are good places to duck into if you need a safe, well-lit public space.