Important Disarming Techniques From Armed Robbery

This video analyzes a rare defensive knife use during an armed robbery in the Dominican Republic. The defender, John Korea, and co-host Neil Widner discuss the importance of situational awareness, the challenges of using a knife against a firearm due to range limitations, and the psychological aspects of deploying such a weapon. They emphasize that while the defender was successful, the outcome relied on several factors, including the attacker's hesitation and potentially a non-functional firearm, highlighting the inherent risks of using a knife as a primary defensive tool.

This video analyzes a self-defense incident where a shopkeeper in Leeds, England, successfully repelled two armed robbers. The analysis, presented by Active Self Protection hosts John Correia and Steph Weidner, emphasizes the importance of attitude, situational awareness, and the challenges of unarmed combat against multiple armed assailants. It highlights the legal context of firearms in England and the critical need for decisive action when faced with a lethal threat.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, breaks down a defensive shooting incident in São Paulo, Brazil. It highlights the importance of situational awareness, the OODA loop, and purposeful compliance, demonstrating how an off-duty officer used a tactical opening to neutralize an armed robber. The analysis also covers effective draw techniques and introduces the TAP-IFPS acronym for post-incident actions.

This video analyzes an unconventional defensive encounter in Panama where a clerk successfully disarmed an armed robber by knocking the weapon out of his hand. The analysis emphasizes situational awareness, the importance of quick decision-making under duress (Recognition Prime Decision Making), and the legal justification for using force in immediate self-defense. It also touches on parental responsibility in preparing children for emergencies.

This analysis of an armed robbery incident in Glen View, Illinois, emphasizes the importance of situational awareness, particularly in transitional spaces like driveways. The experts advise purposeful compliance when faced with multiple armed assailants, suggesting tactics like tossing valuables to create distractions. They also stress the need for individuals to pre-determine their personal 'line in the sand' for resistance, such as refusing to be moved to a secondary location.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a robbery where an elderly couple was targeted in their front yard. Hosts John Correia and Neil Weidner discuss the importance of situational awareness in transitional spaces and the potential for counter-ambush. They also highlight POM Pepper Spray as a non-lethal option and compare statistics on victim injury rates between compliance and effective resistance.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring analysis by John Correia, showcases a critical home defense scenario. A resident, who had owned her firearm for less than 24 hours, successfully intervened in a home invasion by neutralizing an intoxicated intruder. The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and the effective use of a firearm in a life-threatening situation.

This video showcases a 73-year-old jewelry store owner successfully deterring five armed robbers by drawing a .38 caliber revolver. The incident highlights the effectiveness of a firearm as a deterrent, as no shots were fired and the suspects fled immediately. The owner's actions and subsequent message emphasize the importance of self-defense preparedness for business owners. Expert analysis from Active Self Protection underscores the tactical implications of such encounters.

This expert guide from John Correia of Active Self Protection breaks down a self-defense incident, emphasizing the critical roles of Verbal Judo, maintaining distance, and establishing a defensive fence. It details how to use head and neck control for takedowns and ground control, offering practical insights for enhancing personal safety through evidence-based defensive training.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a store owner successfully countered an armed robbery. It details the critical moments of a counter-ambush, disarming the assailant, and emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and tactical advantage. The analysis highlights key defensive principles and warns against unnecessary re-engagement after a threat is neutralized.