This is an example of why we must all train and practice the use of our firearms as well as self-defense skills. This story could also go into the bad stuff happens category even if he was properly trained.
We don’t know from this article anything but the bad guy was prepared. He had folks there to video an attack. Had the shop owner been prepared the bad guy couldn’t have gotten close enough to attack him. We must assume the attacker surprised him, otherwise he might have been ready. The point is; always be ready! Keep an open eye for what’s happening around you and especially for upset customers. I mean think about it: he had a gun, must not be a shop in an upscale neighborhood, so, watching your back would be a good thing to add to your preparation checklist.
Derrick Washington was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. (Tulsa County Jail) TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Tulsa police say a man provided them the evidence they needed to arrest him.
Police say Derrick Washington had friends record him as he confronted an auto repair shop owner Saturday afternoon.
According to police, the owner grabbed a gun after Washington made some threats.But police say Washington took the gun away from him and pistol-whipped him with it.Police say Washington’s own video proved he was the aggressor.Washington was arrested for assault with a dangerous weapon.The business owner suffered […]