Real Life Machete Attack Shows The Five Ds Beautifully
This guide, based on an analysis by John Correia of Active Self Protection, details how to apply the 'Five Ds' of self-defense during a violent encounter involving a machete. It emphasizes maintaining distance, using improvised tools, closing the gap when necessary, and executing a takedown to disarm the attacker. The core principle is to adapt to the evolving threat and neutralize it effectively.










