Police in Washington, D.C. have arrested a woman who allegedly stabbed two men with scissors in Dupont Circle on Friday night. The woman, identified as 35-year-old Mary Nelson Kennedy, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon. According to police, the first attack happened around 7:30 p.m. on Friday. A man was […]
An American Airlines flight from Miami to New York was forced to make an emergency landing in Jacksonville after a passenger “accidentally” deployed pepper spray in the cabin. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon when passengers near the back of the plane began coughing and complaining that they couldn’t see. Initially, it was unclear what […]
The safety and security of the citizens of Washington, D.C., should be the authorities’ top priority. Unfortunately, the current state of affairs in the city is quite concerning, and something needs to be done urgently to address it. The increase in crime rate in recent years has been dramatic, and the situation only worsens by […]
Jeff Cooper, a celebrated firearms instructor, developed a color code system that serves as an essential tool for assessing and improving situational awareness. By dividing awareness into five levels, it helps individuals identify threats and respond appropriately in potentially dangerous situations. Each color, namely white, yellow, orange, red, and black, depicts a distinct level of […]
When it comes to raising children, one of the age-old debates that have been going on for generations is whether parents should instill a sense of toughness and scrappiness or focus more on politeness and being gentle. Each approach has its inherent benefits and drawbacks that must be considered. Some argue that children today must […]
The Halifax County School Board in Virginia rejected a proposal to ban students from possessing personal defense sprays on school property. Instead, the board voted to allow students to possess personal defense sprays, but prohibit their inappropriate use. Michael Lewis, HCPS director of student services, made the proposal. He argued that the language change would […]
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers recently found a stun gun and a loaded firearm in carry-on luggage at Bradley International Airport and Tweed New Haven Airport. On August 9, TSA officers at Bradley International Airport found a stun gun in a woman’s handbag during a security screening. Connecticut State Police confiscated the stun gun. The […]
Miss Arkansas USA Mackenzie Hinderberger partnered with Fayetteville Krav Maga Self-Defense to offer a free self-defense class for teachers before the new school year. The class was held on Friday, August 11 and was open to any educator who teaches Kindergarten through 12th grade. “School safety should be a top priority, and one of those […]
Multiple elements influence the chances of experiencing violent or criminal incidents. The first factor is age, where the probability of crime is generally higher in younger individuals than in the elderly. Gender, on the other hand, has also been recognized as a critical factor affecting the probability of victimization, especially for women who are more […]
Non-lethal self-defense items are increasingly used by law enforcement and civilians to protect themselves and others without resorting to deadly force. However, the effectiveness of non-lethal methods in real-life scenarios is often debated. There is some evidence to suggest that non-lethal methods can be effective in deterring and stopping attackers. For example, a National Institute […]
