Here's What You Need to Do When You Are Carjacked

This video analyzes a self-defense incident where a clerk successfully defended himself against an armed robber. It highlights the importance of situational awareness, the risks of staged firearms, and the legal justification for using deadly force. The analysis emphasizes that while the clerk won the fight, luck played a significant role due to factors like the firearm's placement and the robber's actions.

This expert-level analysis from Warrior Poet Society critiques common carjacking survival techniques, emphasizing that surrendering the vehicle is paramount if only property is at stake. However, it strongly advises against the presented firearm disarm methods, deeming them high-risk and less effective than other, albeit still dangerous, options. The instructor, John Lovell, highlights the critical importance of resisting abduction at all costs.

This guide, informed by Active Self Protection's analysis of a carjacking incident, outlines critical self-defense techniques. It emphasizes situational awareness, vehicle security, and the readiness to transition to a defensive posture. The advice covers appropriate tools for in-car defense and crucial post-engagement protocols, stressing the importance of not pursuing fleeing assailants.

This video from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, provides a critical defensive lesson on surviving a carjacking. It emphasizes pre-incident preparedness, recognizing subtle threat indicators like a motorcycle rider's hand position, and executing a defensive action. Crucially, it details post-incident procedures, including when to stay or leave the scene and the importance of immediately contacting law enforcement to manage legal ramifications.

This video from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, analyzes a remarkable incident where a woman on a scooter fought off multiple armed carjackers in Cucuta, Colombia. It emphasizes the critical role of attitude and training in self-defense, while also discussing the risks of resistance versus compliance. The video also features the Mantis Titan X smart laser training pistol as a sponsor.

This guide, informed by Active Self Protection's analysis, details how to react to a carjacking attempt. It emphasizes situational awareness, prioritizing evasion by accelerating away, and using the vehicle as a tool if necessary. While armed self-defense is a last resort, the guide stresses preparedness and immediate post-incident contact with law enforcement. John Correia's expert assessment highlights the importance of planning and trusting one's instincts.

This guide, presented by former CIA Officer Jason Hanson, outlines critical steps for disappearing without a trace. It emphasizes the importance of financial preparedness with cash reserves, strategic location selection in smaller, conservative cities, and avoiding electronic footprints. Hanson, a New York Times best-selling author with expertise in executive protection, stresses that discipline and habit changes are paramount for successful evasion.

This guide details a technique for escaping zip tie restraints, taught by former CIA officer Jason Hanson. The method involves positioning the zip tie's lock centrally in the hand, raising hands overhead, and executing a rapid, forceful downward pull to break the lock. The video emphasizes the role of adrenaline in real-life escape scenarios.

This guide details the creation of a low-cost, improvised flail weapon using common hardware store items. As demonstrated by former CIA Officer Jason Hanson, this 'nut on a string' can be assembled for under $5 and is designed to be TSA-compliant when disassembled, making it a discreet self-defense option for travelers. The weapon's effectiveness is highlighted through impact demonstrations.

This guide, drawing on insights from former CIA Officer Jason Hanson, outlines techniques for deterring individuals with malicious intent. It emphasizes acknowledging potential threats with eye contact, avoiding escalation, and projecting confidence through body language. The use of a tactical pen as a subtle deterrent is also discussed.