What should I do if someone knocks on the door at night?
Recently, the discussion about "someone knocking on the door at night" has been very popular on social media and news platforms, especially driven by topics such as women living alone and nighttime safety, which has attracted widespread attention. The following is a compilation of hot topics and hot content in the past 10 days, combined with structured data to provide you with practical suggestions.
1. Inventory of hot topics in the past 10 days

| topic | heat index | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| Safety protection for women living alone | ★★★★★ | Weibo, Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| Responding to a stranger knocking on the door at night | ★★★★☆ | Zhihu, Baidu Tieba |
| Smart Doorbell Buying Guide | ★★★☆☆ | E-commerce platform, technology forum |
| Community security vulnerability cases | ★★★☆☆ | News client, short video platform |
2. Strategies for coping with someone knocking on the door at night
1.Stay calm and do not open the door immediately: Confirm the identity of the other party through the cat eye or smart device. If there is no cat eye, you can ask through the door.
2.Common scenario solutions:
| scene | Coping methods | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Self-proclaimed property/express delivery | Request to show ID and verify reservation information | For night delivery, you can request to put it in the express locker |
| Stranger asking for help | Advise them to contact the police or security | Avoid exposure to living alone |
| Continuous knocking/threats | Call the police immediately and videotape evidence. | Save community police phone numbers in advance |
3.Precautions beforehand:
- Install a smart doorbell or monitoring device (see the table below for recent popular models)
- Build mutually supportive relationships with neighbors
- Regularly check door lock security
| Recommended smart security equipment | Core functions | reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Smart Doorbell 3 | Face recognition, remote conversation | 299 yuan |
| Fluorite DP2C | 180° wide angle, infrared night vision | 459 yuan |
| 360 video doorbell | AI humanoid detection, tamper alarm | 349 yuan |
3. Expert advice and netizen experience
1. Police reminder: When encountering suspicious situations at night, you should give priority to ensuring your own safety, and clearly describe the following when calling the police:
- Physical characteristics of the person knocking on the door
- Specific time node
- Details of suspicious behavior
2. Effective methods tested by netizens:
- Place men's slippers at the door to create the illusion that you are not alone
- Record dog barking in advance as a deterrent
- Use door and window sensor linkage alarm devices
4. Supplementary legal knowledge
| Relevant laws and regulations | Applicable situations |
|---|---|
| Article 40 of the Public Security Administration Punishment Law | Illegal trespassing into another person's home is punishable by detention |
| Article 1033 of the Civil Code | Privacy protection covers the right to residential tranquility |
Conclusion:Many recent social incidents have shown that home safety cannot be ignored. It is recommended to combine technical protection and safety awareness to promptly retain evidence and call the police when encountering suspicious situations. People who live alone may consider joining a community joint prevention group to jointly improve safety and security.
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