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After the Shooting – Part 2
The 911 Call Following the Shooting Call 911 as soon as it is safe, or ask a bystander to call for you. While it may seem unusual, the first person...
After the Shooting – Part 1
Have you ever thought about being involved in a shooting? Do you carry a firearm? If you own a gun, you might find yourself in a situation that...
The After Effect
Instructors rarely provide training for the aftermath. They spend a lot of time preparing your mind for the event, but not for what happens once...
Read The Fine Print
We have all heard, “There’s an app for that.” Today, this is likely true for most things. Most people own a smartphone or another device that offers...
Is Your Front Door Secure?
Have you ever considered the actual security of your front door? Do you make sure that your front door is always locked, especially when you're not...
Crime Prevention Tips 2025
As we all know, the economy is in bad shape right now. And whatever your belief is as to why it is in the shape it is, one thing is sure, we are...
Refuse to Be a Victim!
I refuse to be a victim! That should be the motto for every person in our country today. We cannot open a newspaper or watch a news broadcast...
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