Would you have fought this armed robber or just given him the till? Each of us must think of our own response in the face of an armed robber, and how our own Active Self Protection comes into play to choose the response best for us. This clerk was brave, but was it smart to take the armed robber on?

Original video and news story of the armed robber being run off available here: https://get-asp.com/6v6g

What does this clerk teach us about defending ourselves against an armed robber?

1. Transitional spaces are places where we MUST be more careful of potential attack. A transitional space is any location that (1) allows attackers to prey on potential victims with an element of surprise and (2) provides ready escape for the attackers. The clerk had almost no notice that the armed robber was coming, and that’s par for the course and what every armed robber wants to do. When you’re in a transitional space, make sure you know your vulnerabilities and do the best you can.

Want to learn more? There are 5 additional lessons, 3 class starters for instructors, and links to more information about this armed robbery on our website: https://get-asp.com/6v6g

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