We preach it multiple times a week. If you carry you need to carry everyday, everywhere all the time! Criminals do not wait until its most convenient for you to defend yourself. It can happen at anytime. Which is what appears to be the case in Minneapolis.
Fox News has obtained a series of disturbing videos showing mob-style attacks in downtown Minneapolis in which police say “vulnerable” victims were targeted and brutally beaten for valuables such as cellphones.
Police told Fox News that an “incredible” law enforcement investigation led to the arrest of 16 people in connection to the videos. They face assault and robbery charges, among others.
In one daytime video, a mob can be seen pummeling a man just outside of the Minneapolis Twins’ stadium. At one point, the attackers run to gain speed and jump on the victim. They ride a bike over him, take off his pants and beat him with a belt. The victim appears to defend himself but is outnumbered and overpowered.
In another gruesome video, two young men appear to be attacked. They’re punched in the face and appear to fight back. One is knocked unconscious.
In a third video, a young man is surrounded by a mob and beaten unconscious. The video appears to show something being taken from his pocket once he’s on the ground.
All of these videos are emerging as the city of Minneapolis is dealing with a crippling shortage of police officers. The chief of police, Medaria Arradondo, has requested 400 additional officers over the next few years to make up for the shortage.
These instances not only show the need for carry but for individuals to remain vigilant and have some situational awareness. The best course of action is to avoid these types of situations all together by keeping your heard on a swivel and not buried in your cellphone when you are in areas that have known criminal activity. If you are in these areas there is absolutely no reason you should not be carrying!
