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submitted 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago) by GoodSamaritan@lemmy.ca to c/buyeuropean@feddit.uk
 

For protection in case some crazy dumbass were to walk around with a gun in the neighborhood, I could feel safer at home. I can feel safer.

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[โ€“] leavenotrace@feddit.nu 5 points 5 days ago

Body armor is totally unnecessary unless maybe you're an on-duty cop or similar. I've witnessed several mass shootings and I can't imagine a situation where I'd wear body armor.

Be aware of your surroundings and try to avoid situations where you're more likely to get shot. Know where the exits are in a crowded building, and stay near the edges of any outdoor crowd so you can make a quick escape. Always trust your instincts if you get a bad feeling or someone seems suspicious. Take some self defense classes. With enough training you can even learn how to disarm an attacker, but don't try it without extensive training.