I have had my Conceal Carry License for 3 months. On the various Glock and gun forums that I belong to, I read many threads and posts referring to news stories telling of good samaritan CC people drawing their gun to help a stranger in trouble by shooting the bad guy or holding him until the police arrive. The thread posts that follow these stories congratulate the CC person for stepping up to the plate by getting involved to help or save a stranger. Some of the posters can’t understand why CC people don’t step in to help.
I have read several articles and books that caution a CC person from becoming involved as you usually do not know all of the details of the situation. Also, is the CC person ready to accept the possibility of getting sued or getting killed for drawing his gun to help a stranger? Many sources recommend you only defend yourself or your loved ones - this is what I am leaning toward.
The article link below found on the Kansas Concealed Carry forum titled “Dangers In Intervention” by Evan Marshall is excellent and gives a person a lot to think about. I recommend reading it. Evan Marshall is a man who knows whereof he speaks. Heed his words, and learn from them.
Commentary by Evan Marshall
With all of the above said what are your thoughts and comments. Should I help a stranger in trouble? Thanks.
I have read several articles and books that caution a CC person from becoming involved as you usually do not know all of the details of the situation. Also, is the CC person ready to accept the possibility of getting sued or getting killed for drawing his gun to help a stranger? Many sources recommend you only defend yourself or your loved ones - this is what I am leaning toward.
The article link below found on the Kansas Concealed Carry forum titled “Dangers In Intervention” by Evan Marshall is excellent and gives a person a lot to think about. I recommend reading it. Evan Marshall is a man who knows whereof he speaks. Heed his words, and learn from them.
Commentary by Evan Marshall
With all of the above said what are your thoughts and comments. Should I help a stranger in trouble? Thanks.