<p>First of all this story was really awfully worded, or maybe I’m just tired and confused. Was he by himself, or not? Kind of important detail.</p>
<p>Secondly, most “incidents” happen when the student is coming home alone at night. Gotta say, I am an idiot as far as safety is concerned–I’m a girl and walk home by myself when it’s dark–but I’ve been fine. The one stupid thing I would NEVER do is go home alone while drunk. Not saying that’s what this kid did, but in general, if you use common sense, you should be fine.</p>