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Johnny Bravo

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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #30 on: October 20, 2009, 04:20:50 PM »
Glad you're ok FQ. 10 feet is too close. It must have happened super fast.
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #31 on: October 20, 2009, 05:01:51 PM »
FQ....you learned something valuable and managed to keep your head.  Well done and glad your OK..

I've said before, I carry a gun because I can't outrun them anymore.  You've just proved my point..

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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #32 on: October 20, 2009, 05:15:17 PM »
As others have pointed out many times on the forum, how you present yourself to others in public (confidence) goes a long way (along with being armed) toward letting them know that you refuse to be a target, or victim. Being armed is only one aspect. Showing that you are not afraid to use it goes pretty far many times (such as this time). Of course, you can't count on that 100% of the time and must factor in the excess stupidity of some criminals who might push the envelope.

I'm glad that these boobs were smart enough to realize their 'error' in choosing a target.

Enjoy the rest of your vacation, FQ.
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #33 on: October 21, 2009, 07:52:33 AM »
Another complication to this whole stupid mugging thing (have I mentioned I have issues with those guys?). I took my mother out to a nice restaraunt last night (SNOB, standing for Slightly North Of Broad, as its at the intersection of Broad and East Bay Streets. I  found it funny at least ;D). Anyway, we both had small plates. One of the cool things about this joint is that you get to choose between appetizers, medium plates and entrees. A great way to budget. Anyway, we came back to the hotel, and I was done for the night. My mon, however, without my knowledge, decided to to get a midnight snack (yes at midnight) at  the oyster bar a block over. Now I feel: A: Horrified I wasn't there with her and B: guilty I didn't warn her. I still don't want to ruin her view of the city because she loves it and associates it with my late stepdad who died way too young (70). I don't want to screw up her trip or spoil her memory because I know she would freak out. She's just not geared for violence and doesn't like guns, though she's not an anti. Still, the idea that she went out onto the same streets late at night that  those scum bags were on by herself terrifies me, and I feel that I should have warned her. Flip side is its about a year after my stepdad died, and we are in his birthplace seeing his favorite places, and basically having a two person wake. I don't want to screw that up for her, which telling the truth would sure as hell do. Thoughts?
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #34 on: October 21, 2009, 07:56:25 AM »
You can let her know without telling her that there is NO WHERE in this country that a woman should be out after dark and that you would appreciate her letting you accompany her next time.

You don't need to admit the mugging, just put the fear of reality into her.

Good luck!
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #35 on: October 21, 2009, 09:01:45 AM »
Good job reacting to the threat.

Enjoying the adrenaline dump? ;D
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #36 on: October 21, 2009, 09:20:08 AM »
FQ13
The only thing that was wrong in your response to the muggers is you did not report them to the police.  You are safe and responded well to their attempted mugging but they are still out there able to do the same thing to an other, softer target.

It is likely these guys have done the same thing before.  You would have been able to provide an accurate discription to aide in their capture.  Just my two cents Kimosabi.
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #37 on: October 21, 2009, 09:31:14 AM »
Quote from: long762range on October 21, 2009, 09:20:08 AM
FQ13
The only thing that was wrong in your response to the muggers is you did not report them to the police.  You are safe and responded well to their attempted mugging but they are still out there able to do the same thing to an other, softer target.

It is likely these guys have done the same thing before.  You would have been able to provide an accurate discription to aide in their capture.  Just my two cents Kimosabi.
I've thought about that. The reason I didn't call was because they did nothing illegal. Getting in your face and asking for the "loan" of a twenty, when it was clearly designed to get your wallet out and your hands busy is threatening, but it doesn't violate any laws. Likewise, I know that SC reciprocates with Floida in terms of CCW, but do you really want to explain that to a twenty something cop who may be an anti at midnight? In an ideal world, I would have reported it, but I figured I'd just dealt with muggers, why call (quite literally) the attention of Charleston's finest on my head.
FQ13 who respects, but does not trust cops (My apologies to those it might offend, but its the truth).
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #38 on: October 21, 2009, 09:44:22 AM »
Quote from: fightingquaker13 on October 21, 2009, 09:31:14 AM
I've thought about that. The reason I didn't call was because they did nothing illegal. Getting in your face and asking for the "loan" of a twenty, when it was clearly designed to get your wallet out and your hands busy is threatening, but it doesn't violate any laws. Likewise, I know that SC reciprocates with Floida in terms of CCW, but do you really want to explain that to a twenty something cop who may be an anti at midnight? In an ideal world, I would have reported it, but I figured I'd just dealt with muggers, why call (quite literally) the attention of Charleston's finest on my head.
FQ13 who respects, but does not trust cops (My apologies to those it might offend, but its the truth).

+1, I think you've done the right thing.  And +1 on it being said that it's not a good idea for her to be out alone at midnight ANYWHERE in this country!  :(
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Re: Almost mugged in Charleston
« Reply #39 on: October 21, 2009, 09:53:45 AM »
Quote from: fightingquaker13 on October 21, 2009, 09:31:14 AM
I've thought about that. The reason I didn't call was because they did nothing illegal. Getting in your face and asking for the "loan" of a twenty, when it was clearly designed to get your wallet out and your hands busy is threatening, but it doesn't violate any laws. Likewise, I know that SC reciprocates with Floida in terms of CCW, but do you really want to explain that to a twenty something cop who may be an anti at midnight? In an ideal world, I would have reported it, but I figured I'd just dealt with muggers, why call (quite literally) the attention of Charleston's finest on my head.
FQ13 who respects, but does not trust cops (My apologies to those it might offend, but its the truth).

Your correct. If they had found the two gentleman, they could have claimed you pull a gun on them and they ran away. The LEO may have believed you,(unless they read some of your comments on this website that are in fact Unf#ing believable!!! ;)) but it would have come down to your word versus theirs.

You did right young Jedi
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