Off Duty cop survives being ambushed by multiple attackers!

[@MrApiiinr]

Your responsibility to be ready for the fight never ends. -RIP JY

[@henryrodgers1752]

Who is “JY” ❓❓❓

[@jupiterjunk]

@@henryrodgers1752 James Yaeger (Tactical Response) He ended every video with that line. He passed away due to complications of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

[@GeorgeGal-wl4jg]

Problem is (and a big one) that in many places, ie Europe, knife is prohibited to carry therefore even if you ignore the law and carry and some attack occurs and you use that knife saving you life, you will still be charged with carrying an item illegally that can be (and have actually) be used as a weapon. I just imagine the paradox: you might be legally justified for using that item for evading a potentially lethal incident but you will still be charged and convicted for carry a knife in the first place. Therefore your chance of seriously self defending is essentially impossible. That leaves you with two options : 1) die legally or 2) survive illegally.

[@Skallywagtactical]

We vote for survive illegally.. We have a saying in the states.. better to be judged by 12 then carried by 6.. The real issue in the UK and part of the EU is even if you defend yourself in your own home with just your open hands you still have a problem.. This is were the people need to remind the Government what laws you want and dont want.. Us Yanks want everyone to be free and that means every person should have the right to protect themselves.. thanks for the well thought out comment..

[@carlostovar8585]

I would try to lie saying I took the knife away from the aggressor

[@jelanitarik8452]

This question has been on my mind for about the last year : why would the population of the UK willingly allow themselves to be defanged? I’m going to have to research the culture, is it tied to their views on the monarchy? Or maybe the more powerful people who prop up the monarchy (the string pullers tend to not be in the limelight). Unarmed people are definitely easier to control.

[@grimjimreaper]

Get a flashlight that is blinding!

[@theMerovingianMan]

I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6. Change it however you need for your jurisdiction

[@dougstanley7662]

I figured out a long time ago the police will never be there when you need them, and then when they are, it usually don't go the way it should.Ive always tried my best to be a good upstanding person but when shit gets real you have to do what it takes to come out of some situations alive.

[@davidsong2549]

Sooooo true. Cops became more of a headache

[@VigilanTEE-17]

Before I got into firearms I carried two knives on me everywhere. I actually would practice drawing my knives and I would run drills with them, pretty much just shadowboxing practicing different knife strikes.

[@Shadow__133]

Knives akimbo? 😂

[@servantofyeshua2313]

@@Shadow__133no One for edc other for defense

[@VigilanTEE-17]

@@Shadow__133 The idea was if I were ever in a self defense situation and if happen to drop my weapon I have a back up.

[@davereid-daly2205]

Sensible !

[@deamon152]

Honestly no lie I used to think I was a weird one because I used to do the same thing😂😂

[@madisonman3]

I’m glad this man survived his incident. However, 40+ years ago when my peers and I graduated from the academy, it was strongly “suggested” by veteran deputies to buy a Buck Knife (the Folding Hunter) and keep it sheathed on our duty belt. The intent was to use it as a tool, but, also as a potential back-up weapon to save your life. In the days before knives became “tactical” it was understood that an edged weapon could be useful in a close quarter confrontation. Stay safe out there.

[@davereid-daly2205]

Every sensible man knows the value of carrying a super sharp knife for those unexpected circumstances, which is why I was so surprised by this fellows comments.

[@MichaelBurke-f2p]

I have carried a knife & a gun most of my life at 67 I've never had to use either. But like the old saying goes best to have & not need than to need & not have!

[@ronaldharris5562]

I got into a similar situation also on the Fourth of July about five years ago. I had a knife on me. Also, a pair of shorts forgot that I had it on me after I was getting jumped and then realized I did pull it out. Kept to my side. As soon as someone else standing by watching scene that I had a knife, they screamed out that I had a knife the situation changed because now they didn’t want me no more. Pictured that.

[@Darthdoodoo]

Crazy how a pair of claws makes the predators run scared huh😂😂

[@dust17111]

How and why did you get jumped ?

[@kendelvalle8299]

No better close contact weapon than a good knife. Been there a couple of times.

[@greenyoshi777]

Well batons are for physical force at close range. Knives are for deadly force or serious bodily harm.

[@TheCrusher72]

Call of Duty or Battlefield?

[@Channel-ml4qv]

@@TheCrusher72 Lmfaooo

[@rustwins4442]

Revolver

[@willytheriot8439]

You’re a badass dude. Much respect for your thinking under pressure.

[@Guide504]

Good segment, some simple home truths born of first hand experience. I am not who I was at 20, 30 or 40 and at 53 while my body is less capable, I have experience, situational awareness and regulated emotions. Fatherhood prepared me to sacrifice more of myself to get to my family and all of myself to protect them.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Best comment of the page.. there is that experience showing again!

[@therealmiddy]

@@Guide504 youth and vigor is no match for age and treachery.

[@bradscribner4715]

As a father, husband and grandfather I understand that it is my duty to protect my family even unto death and do it willingly. I have resigned my self to stand between even my adult sons and danger so they can continue to protect my grandchildren.

[@buckaroobonsaitree7488]

​@@bradscribner4715Amen brother

[@billbbobby2889]

Thank you for the great story and explaining the experience. The criminal mind is shrewder then most average people.

[@MichaelSisley-fw3xr]

CRKT makes a big key that is a defensive tool. You add it to your key ring. I bought one for my wife and daughter. I gave them instruction on how to grip it and where to strike. As for a knife? If you are serious about your safety, carry one. Get some level of instruction. I taught knife fighting during my 28yr Army career. I am 65 now. Yes, you get old if you live long enough. That presents its own set of special problems. You bet, I carry a knife and a handgun...all the time. This man's story is a FANTASTIC illustration of the value of a knife. I grew up in an era when it was 100% normal for boys to carry a pocket knife. We are not talking about a conventional pocket knife. I keep a 5" fixed blade in a horizontal sheath on the belt. The opposite side has my gun. It is a crazy world out there. Training, fitness, diet, decent tools, periodic refresher instruction, all good things to keep you at your personal best. Stay alert, stay alive.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Well said Sir.. thanks for the great comment.

[@freebird3348]

Do you live in Afghanistan?

[@davereid-daly2205]

Exactly !!!!

[@Grodee]

Remind me to stay away from you

[@MichaelSisley-fw3xr]

@@freebird3348 60 miles from the Texas - Mexico border. It used to be nice.

[@williamdover5077]

Thanks for shareing your story. Have plenty of knife stories from working at LSPent. Angola, La.

[@jonlouis2582]

I'm sure!

[@Tenright77]

Once saw a parking lot fight video where an assailant swept his arm extended and caught victim's throat just right. Victim expired in less that 2 minutes, down in less than one... The lesson is self explanatory. Both offense and defensive perspectives... Duty, is to be ready when the fight, of your life, comes to you... When possible, Avoidence, would be a higher form of personal defense. Thx Skallywag

[@tracks-ct8pv]

Sometimes bad situations happen so quickly that thinking is a second option and reaction or fear maybe your first reaction. Each individual is different and each threat or circumstance is different. I do believe in situational awareness and training. Basically prepare for the worst and pray for the best outcome.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Well said. thank you !!

[@RickJZ1973]

I've been practicing martial arts with a focus on knife combative techniques for many years. For one who is skilled in defensive/ offensive use of a knife, it can be a much deadlier weapon than a firearm. Never jams, doesn't require a reload, and no range required. One can train daily in their own home. A knife is my preferred sidearm of choice.

[@kbkesq]

21’ rule is basic police training. Knife guy can get to you faster than you can draw a pistol.

[@RickJZ1973]

Exactly! And many encounters take place in less distance.

[@bradscribner4715]

Situational awareness can help mitigate this somewhat, but it still is a shit show regardless.

[@calvinmurry1096]

Yes. I tell folks that and they don't believe me. Another thing also is that on the streets knives are usually felt first before you see the knife. It's a stealth weapon. So prepare to fight with a couple stab wounds already in you. Experience knife fighters don't flash and display their weapon. Until it is in you.

[@designated_hitter_EGA]

What about Craig Douglas and his training company Shivworks? He's from southern Mississippi, Craig retired from law enforcement after 21 years of service. Great guy, great training, you should give then a call.

[@jelanitarik8452]

I like Craig! I was introduced to him through The Warrior Poet channel.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Craig is a damn good guy..

[@MrDreatx]

I did EWO. Craig is an amazing teacher. Like he could teach differential equations or organic chemistry. Plus those evolutions really dress you. Well, they stressed me.

[@thorfinthorfin3010]

I don't know what state this is but knife fighting is part of the basic law enforcement classes in my state. You can go by the academy and see them doing the training

[@michaellauer3397]

“ you know, cameras can be good things or bad things” There you go… a little more truth comes out. Video shows the truth. That’s a good thing. It’s a bad thing when the cops are lying…. And you’re a bad cop. Spoken like it’s just normal talk. Talk amongst cops. Like club members. This guy jumped out of his truck looking for a fight. Plain and simple. This is exactly what the cops would be telling him if he wasn’t a cop. Exactly what he would’ve been saying. Be truthful, dude. Glad everyone got out with their lives.

[@lobobolo2402]

His stories full of holes. 1. Couples with babies in strollers tend not to attack cars for no reason. 2. He says he had no chance to identify himself. Yet earlier he says that after the guy punched his truck spoke to him and said “hey man what’s that about? We’re gonna back up right here in this store and- so any how” So it sounds like he did have a chance to announce that he’s a cop and that he wanted his details etc. instead he said “we’re gonna back up in this store and-“ and what exactly? 3. He says he had no indication of the intention of violence until the boyfriend ran up on him as he was getting out the truck… even though the boyfriend had already punched his truck. 4. Despite the fact he later says that the boyfriend ambushed him as soon as he was getting out the truck, he earlier said that he got into a fighting stance once out the truck and that it was the girlfriend attacked him from behind. You’re 100% right. This a bad cop. Sounds like he was driving like a thug and endangered the safety of a family that reacted by striking his vehicle in anger. He challenged them to a fight. Got the fight he asked for. Two good Samaritans came to the families aid. Not his. Understandably so, given everything they just witnessed.

[@pwilsonkelly]

I carry a small fixed blade front and almost centre for 2 purposes - a: as a utility tool and b: as a "Get them off of me tool". At 5ft 11, 140lbs and almost 60 years old I think I need the force multiplier because when seconds count, there's no Police that can help you.

[@squibload58]

Boker Kalashnikov 3.5" auto is probably the most popular switchblade in America. Comes with a pocket clip and carries with the tip up.

[@The_Temple]

Who doesn’t realize a knife can be a weapon, potentially deadly at that?

[@NevisYsbryd]

Most people. A lot of people have a misappropriation that they are terrible for defensive purposes, though.

[@jamess4351]

I think you missed the point.... no pun intended

[@PabloEscobar-i1o]

In the uk we ain’t allowed firearms we ain’t allowed to carry a knife or any weapons at all for self defence and if you fight back you end up risking charges

[@BRExteriorPro]

I will stay in America... That's crazy

[@markalford5406]

From America I just can’t understand how the people allowed their selfs to be so defenseless, I was raised to fight the best way you can and if you are overwhelmed, fight harder and that means with everything you can pick up , carry etc . We always had firearms around the house, always hunted, carried knives, tools , now with the new Supreme Court ruling firearms. The controller politician has armed guards why not the citizens .

[@chutethemall8099]

This is why Europe's best and brightest moved to the New World centuries ago.

[@shafaa1]

Cautionary tale for all freedom loving peoples.

[@axb-dj8nz]

I RATHER BE JUDGED BY 12 THAN CARRIED BY 6

[@erics4482]

I don’t quite understand the story. I heard you pulled to the side of the road to let a couple who was pushing a stroller enough room to walk or cross the street (?). The next thing I hear is the guy pushing the stroller is punching your window and you and him decide to drive to a parking lot to fight??? Sounds like poor decision making on your part to engage this guy (assuming I heard your story correctly). I really do t see the need for you to confront this guy because he punched your window. You should have just drove away. You put yourself in a deadly situation, and it sounds like it was over your pride…

[@overbuiltlimited]

Sounds like he was off duty, so yeah, horrible idea to toe up to some lunatic that is punching your car, whether he damaged it or not. If he was on duty he would pretty much be obligated to stop.

[@MultiOhioman]

Train with as many things as possible until it’s ingrained . Fights are hard, never know how it will end. Avoiding is best if possible. No judgement from me we always hope to do the right thing but in the moment even if we have experience we can make mistakes. Especially with hindsight we can see mistakes. But in the moment it’s different.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Yes, 100% !! Thanks for the comment !

[@hope4ourfallen]

Always try and remember that fire extinguishers only help put a fire once you have already missed the chance to avoid it. Police officers can only do their best to assist after you already got into a mess you wished you had avoided..and Unfortunately..many times people don't think about getting a hold of either, until things have gotten too outta control to handle safely.

[@jamesrosa2317]

I was a national guardsman that gave us training with fire extinguishers on crowd control Also baton control what points to hit and one points not to hit, Use your imagination and hope there's no cameras around

[@B-leafer]

..."I never really viewed a knife as a weapon.." 1:32 He said without previous training that knife would have never entered his mind as a weapon...!? Wow

[@sean-m6s]

This might sound stupid, but wouldn't the best course of action be to not even get out of the truck? Departmental truck or not.

[@effeojnedib7208]

My main carry knife in a Spyderco Street Bowie. Horizonal on the front left, handle towards the middle. It can be drawn left or right handed easily, is comfortable to carry and well concealed. It's main use in the kitchen: water melons, meat etc... But I do practice drawing and striking on a couple of old tires mounted to my gym wall. Because it gets so much general use, drawing it has become 2nd nature. Mid-60's here, grew up street fighting in North Texas, then bounced in a bar in my 20's, started formal Martial Arts in my 30's, earned Black Belt at 41. In all that time, I've never used a knife in an actual encounter. I've disarmed knives from attackers twice though and gotten lucky. A knife concerns me more than a baseball bat or a hammer.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Very well said.. thank you !!

[@davereid-daly2205]

Experience is a great advantage. I learned to fight with a knife from a group of coloured guys that started coming to a church that I went to. Because I went to visit them often they decided to teach me how to fight with a knife like they did, so that if ever I went to visit them and got attacked I could defend myself. They taught me to carry two knives. One for daily chores etc., the other ONLY for fighting. "Keep your fighting knife sharp as a knick in the right place can often do much more damage than a forceful stab." I also used to work as a volunteer with a Fire service triage group on new years eve in an extremely violent area of our city. I have seen first hand the damage that a sharp knife will do to the body in skilled and unskilled hands. Its frightening and messy. The gentleman in this video did exactly the right thing and saved his own life. What a frightening situation to have to face on your own. But he did it successfully.. That's all that counts!!

[@RichardRounds-k9z]

I've been In love with knives since I was handed my Cub Scouts pocket knive. ( that was 8 yrs old ) MY reputation as people get to know me is " DO I have A ( one ) knife." IS the wrong question. I have decent skills with a knife. Experience has TAUGHT me that the knife is SCARY.. ID RATHER CARRY A KNIFE. same laws as gun once you present it. Remember if you going to play with knives,,,,,your going to bleed at one time or another. It's fact and my reality.

[@shadesshades3715]

Thanks for sharing the story, Lieu. Glad you came out of it ok

[@jackslapp9073]

How do you not think of a knife as a weapon especially if you are in law enforcement? A police officer is allowed to use deadly force and shoot someone who pulls a knife on them. You can't carry them on airplanes either, remember 911? You may not think of it as a weapon when you are carrying it, but when someone else is carrying it you sure think of it as a deadly weapon.

[@jasondavis1949]

You answered your own question. They're law enforcement, they're not bright and lack common sense. Cop logic is a real thing and it's much different than sense.

[@seagrumford8199]

Just goes to show the double standard.

[@maytef1694]

I don’t think it’s a double standard at all. He meant that he didn’t think of it as a self defense weapon because he’s used to something else as a weapon, a gun. We categorize tools like a knife is for packages, a rake is for the yard, etc. So just as if you were working in your garden and someone came along threatening to hurt you, it may take you a second to realize that you can pick up your shovel and defend yourself. But if someone were to come at you with a shovel, you know immediately that it’s a weapon being used against you.

[@jackslapp9073]

@@maytef1694. Splitting hairs is gaslighting. What you think he meant is merely your opinion. Your attempt to distinguish between a gun as a weapon and a knife as a tool is disingenuous. Try telling that to airport security.

[@maytef1694]

@ of coarse it’s my opinion. And it’s my opinion that there are people walking around with items that the can used as weapons but momentarily forget that it can be used as self defense because that wasn’t the reason to carry it. Airport security is a perfect example: After 9/11 they were making us throw out any carry on nail files and nail clippers, and it wasn’t because it was supposed to be some commonly know weapon. Most people would have never thought about in that sense.

[@JamesDracoCFH]

"It's better to have it and not need it, then to need it and not have it!"

[@carlitotiger4570]

Excellen video and informative, just wondering if you would be able to tell me where you got that t-shirt. I really like it. Any feedback on this would be appreciated. Thanks

[@RomeoDelta-gw7dd]

I carry a large TDI law enforcement knife in the low middle of my plate carrier. I can access it strong or weak side.

[@BMO_Creative]

Even a training knife is a great force multiplier. I found this story. Based on the video, the attacker had this all planned, Or was targeted. And the other "good Samaritans" were also in on it IF the 1 guy and the girl couldn't do it alone.

[@CanadaFree-ce9jn]

When we train with a metal training knife, we have to alter our force level because they cause more damage than a rubber one. However, don't think you can get away with only caring a training knife and legally get away with it. Many places have laws against replica weapons and you may net the came legal charge from a cop as if you carried the real thing. I like to joke in training that, "A dull machete is a steel stick". It still hurts!

[@davecros4887]

Knife advantages: using it won’t make you deaf, you won’t accidentally hurt a bystander behind your target, you have unlimited cuts without reload, once deployed it won’t jam, easier to conceal without printing,maintenance is easier, you can practice anywhere, you can carry it nearly everywhere without legal trouble. Only disadvantage compared with a firearm is a knife wont work beyond arms length.

[@JugglesGrenades]

A knife is just as effective, it just isn't a range weapon like a firearm. When I was a Paramedic, our instructor in Anatomy and physiology was the head ER doctor. A blade length of 3, inches is sufficient if you know where the arteries are.

[@BRAINFxck10]

You don't even need to hit an artery almost any organ will do

[@CaneFu]

I have never understood why anyone would disparage a knife as a close range self defense weapon. Just the sight of a knife can make someone break off their attack as in this case and they are almost impossible for someone to grab out of your hand. I have carried a knife since I was a kid and I know it kept me from being seriously harmed more than once. I never had to cut or stab anyone as just flashing the knife allowed me to getaway. Ask yourself this...if you don't have a firearm do you want to go up against someone who is holding a knife? That is the EXACT thought process that goes through the bad guy's mind as well when he sees your knife.

[@LORDEDDY]

Cops are secretaries with a gun. Keep that in mind.

[@d3ltaohniner261]

And they carry that gun to protect themselves, not you.

[@woodbutcherjc]

Todd’s a good guy. Trained with him in jiujitsu.

[@treehuggerdeluxe5598]

I trained in knife fighting as part of a hybrid martial art that was based on Escrima, Silat, JKD, and 11 other arts. It was weapons based, so from day one we were trained with sticks and knives. I never really took the weapons training seriously until a coworker was jumped by three guys and he survived it because he had a utility knife in his back pocket (we were commercial glaziers, and used box knives all day long to cut the rubber off of large rolls). After that I began carrying a pocket knife every day.

[@YakubFloyd]

Knife: weapon for thousands of years Cop: Is this a weapon?

[@jackforeman3687]

Dosent take any training to just remember that you have a knife.

[@halledwardb]

Yes, yes it does.

[@Skallywagtactical]

you have never been in a life or death fight have you ?

[@Shadow__133]

@@SkallywagtacticalEveryday, brother... every day... 😂

[@T_Fizzle]

What a supremely dumb comment.

[@beowulf_of_wall_st]

@@Skallywagtactical sorry but if someone is choking you and it never occurs to you to pull your blade you probably shouldn't be out in public on your own, this is ridiculous

[@Stargazer80able]

A friend of mine was attacked by a gang of people, they beat him with a pipe to the head, (e has curly hair) he said it was so much blood that it was like removing a helmet glued from his head. The bad part for him was that he pulled a knife. The main assailant got 140 stictches and money for hours lost at work, and friend guy got that fine, three months in jail and a violent record at the police. The gang attacking him was scott free. The law said then that he brought the more dangerous weapon and he was to blame and he was to shame. I always found that odd.

[@wolfman2702]

I’m a big fan of Kershaw spring assisted knives, next best thing to a fixed blade.

[@garydickens]

There’s always brass knuckles!

[@ILruffian]

Whether justified or not, knucks carry the connotation of being a scumbag criminal weapon. Using them greatly increases your chance of getting charged, even in a legit self-defense encounter. Same thing goes with a switchblade. If you are in a gray area, DA is not likely to give you the benefit of the doubt.

[@MarkedInBlack]

For those in areas that purpose designed weapons are illegal, including knives, get yourself a hardwood crook cane and practice practice practice. You can carry a cane ANYWHERE. It’s a medical device. I stress HARDWOOD, not some cheap aluminum or softer wood cane. A cane is a 3ft stick in your hands at all times. There are plenty of videos on cane self defense to learn the basic strike templates. A cane gives you reach advantage over edged weapons. 4 yrs ago a large, intoxicated man threatened the woman I was with because she turned down his advances while I was in the restroom. I came out to a scene where he was cussing at her and threatening her. I tried to deescalate but he wasn’t having it. She told him one last time to leave her alone and he put his finger in her face and loudly threatened to slap the 💩out of her. I used the cane to bat his arm down and out of her face. I didn’t even use a full power strike, but it was enough to incapacitate his arm… most likely a hairline fracture at minimum by his pain response. He went from being an enraged threat to a teary eyed man clutching his injured arm that was seconds before aggressively in her face. He was removed from the establishment and my food bill was compt. Yes, the cane is an effective tool that is socially and legally acceptable anywhere.

[@Bill-y1j]

Check out the Spyderco Civilian. That sucker has been rumored to deescalate a fight just by the sight of it...

[@mrlauro9150]

Wow, just your few statements made me change my whole opinion on police.You're not there to prevent crimes.You're there to investigate them

[@Skallywagtactical]

Your responsibility is to protect your family and yourself.. The police will just come to write a report.. if they can get there in time dont kid, they will risk their lives to defend you but most likely the crime will happen well before they get there.

[@tibzig1]

The Lt. is a decently big man. I'm 66, 35 years a LEO in a major city. But I'm 150 lbs and 5'06". I would have left, called a unit before confronting them over a dented vehicle. Only once a uniformed officer had made the scene would I have gotten involved. I'm very happy the Lt. is OK. If I had gotten involved directly (and I ALWAYS have my pistol on me, ALWAYS) this would not have ended well for anyone. It does not look good in court that a couple with a stroller (baby in it?) were shot by a retired LEO.

[@nmr20067]

Great story man. Well, it was not great, but was great at making me think… All this BJJ and MMA stuff goes out the window because the streets are multiple attackers and weapons.. I wonder if you can give recommendations on knives to carry. I think the stupid liberal state (MD) I live in there is the 4 inches rule for blades. But like you told someone, I would break that rule for my safety…

[@nmr20067]

Edit: Sorry for the dumb question about knives recommendations. I see your channel is about that!

[@OldManPaxusYT]

pretty shocking how bad his situational awareness was (esp for a cop) - nice to see he admits it for purposes of learning/teaching... i believe well over 75% of attacks could be AVOIDED, in the 1st place, if ppl simply were AWARE of surroundings and ppl and how they look and behave...{---which should include having escape routes, plans of action etc, in mind.... Treat life, like a video game! You should always be 'gaming' scenarios... So when things kick off, u are not surprised or caught flat-footed! ✌, ❤ & mung beans!

[@KizerSoze9mm]

Having been involved in a few scuffs, situational awareness kinda diminishes when you are facing a right now in your face threat, verses just walking through a parking lot etc.

[@Anaximander9]

Here in NYC even a pen knife is illegal if it has a locking mechanism to hold it open. Insane but true.

[@ncpsurfgod6373]

LEAVE

[@Spiderdan-59]

In the UK 🇬🇧 its a 4 year sentence for carrying a blade, and ive got a kershaw flick

[@randycarpenter2914]

I train with a mindset that everything is a weapon. Toothbrush is a weapon. A can of beans is a weapon. It's best to carry, but understand every day items can be used. I carry a knife always. Use what you have.

[@timhallas4275]

I have carried a knife of some sort since I was 9. Knives have saved me from serious harm many times. Now I carry a gun, but the knife is there as well. A gun can fail, a knife will always make a hole.

[@karlwaller7337]

Serious question: How do prosecuting Attorneys feel about knives for self defense? I would imagine they they have a dim opinion of stabbing people.

[@RV-ardvark]

I would like to emphasize that the primary purpose of a knife is to cut. So, when using a knife in self-defense, stabbing is the common use of a knife, but it is better to stab, then cut with the knife. So, stab in order to penetrate, then cut to inflict damage to stop your attacker.

[@usarmyfl1]

Were the "good" samaritans charged?

[@CheckingYourRealityForYou]

Here is my lesson if I were him: shout before attacking someone with like "Stay away from me. Stop attacking me. Let me go." If you had cleared the situation to your surrounding public as it unfolded you would've avoid stabbing good samaritans.

[@m998hmmwv7]

I hope you learned to slow down and drive safely

[@wesdmf9373]

Savage creature knives has the edge weapons your looking for.Bladetricks also has no bs self defense knives

[@OffTheGrid1982]

That is why Ka-Bar made the TDI series.

[@KizerSoze9mm]

Yes sir, I do like that series of blades.

[@keithdavis4683]

Definitely

[@dancoe4489]

That has always been my attitude for knives. It's just a tool to me nothing else.

[@NexusGrymm]

Living in the UK, I repeat the message a previous comment made from the UK, regarding knife carrying being illegal, and even defending yourself - dependant how it is done - can be illegal. I therefore suggest carrying a pen/pencil. Many may laugh or poo-poo the idea, but still, a pointed object like a pen/pencil in the face, throat, or exposed fleshy part of the body can be the difference between getting away or getting hospitalised. Another idea - for those in countries that do not allow knives to be carried - if out walking anywhere with robust undergrowth/trees, look to pick up a sturdy stick to carry on your journey. Again, at least you'll something rather than nothing in your hand as a defensive item. Remember that phrase, "Better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick".

[@mainewoods1862]

Every single day I carry a 1000. Lumen light and at least one knife. I practice deploying both. I sometimes carry a firearm. Reporting something like that to LE I have had Zero success. Been told it’s my word against someone else That just plain Sucks.

[@greatemeraldgoat5029]

In short, a man gets into a life-threatening situation that could have been avoided by ignoring the car being punched. He could have just been the bigger man. He said he was trying to mind his own business and get home, yet he had the time to confront some random. What comes after that decision is still relevant to blade skills, however, this whole thing could have been easily avoided of he had just exercised basic self control in light of another's lack of it.

[@KizerSoze9mm]

Betas vs alphas choose your choice. It’s kinda funny people will quote Edmond Burke All it takes for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing, and then make a statement like this 🤔

[@NMIBUBBLE]

The problem is he got out of his car instead of going home sure the guy might of hit his car with his hand, but it's a person against a truck, so it wouldn't be justified enough. Kinda of jumping out of your vehicle to get into a fight. Good thing he had that knife thought he probably wouldn't be here if he didn't. Lesson learned the hard way.

[@BoostedNDMiata]

Only one stabbed?! You should’ve made a slasher film look G rated. The girlfriend is a combatant and fair game too.

[@CrucesNomad1]

Cold blue steel never fails, misfires, or requires a permit.

[@maxtazer2000]

That's a big boy to start with. They would have to be high to engage him.

[@warrenkernot4522]

In Canada defending yourself can get you in big trouble!

[@phearlesspharaoh3697]

I shudder when i hear people say “im safe, i have a knife” … ok, but if you’re not trained to use it, you may end up on the victim side. They also don’t think about how personal it is to have to defend yourself with a primitive weapon like a knife. It’s not pretty and it’s not instant like portrayed in a movie. Just like a gun, it’s a last resort tool.

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

People need to learn to stop relying on Govt in order to deal with things that are our personal duty to handle in general.

[@KizerSoze9mm]

That’s what I’ve trying to say👊🏾

[@someonethatisachristian]

Norway here, self defense is practically banned, youre literally not allowed to carry ANYTHING that is identified as a "weapon", even a knife. If you build a "safe room" here (basically a bunker you run into if you face a threat), its to withstand attemts to break into the room for 1 hour since you can expect it to take 1 hour for police to show up. Not 15 minutes, and as i understand, thats pretty much the same story in any country.

[@rodvan-zeller6360]

Question for Todd, do you respect the Second Amendment, or do you enforce unconstitutional gun permit laws in your state? Thank you in advance for your answer.

[@KizerSoze9mm]

According to Dave Reid Daly, he just works in a back office 😂

[@rodvan-zeller6360]

@@KizerSoze9mm Thank you for the reply

[@wildsnook]

I forge knives and agree with the usefulness of blades, I believe in that very strongly. I probably would have never gotten out of the car. Like he said, just go home.

[@Zoco101]

This situation was avoidable.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Most situations are. Doesn’t mean shit doesn’t happen. I’m sure you can think of avoidable situations you stepped into and regret later on. Maybe not this bad but still.

[@stevemepstead2694]

If that scenario happened in the UK you would have been arrested for carrying and using a knife as a weapon.. That’s British justice….

[@danielwarwick1039]

If you're a citizen and find your self in that position and force to use your knife and win the fight when the law gets there where are you most likely to end up jail.

[@Old_Sailor85]

In the USA, you can carry a knife many places a firearm may be impractical. I feel naked without one.

[@atari7001]

First tactical mistake was leaving the vehicle.

[@karlBob2006]

5:55 "Cameras can be a good thing or a bad thing," Really? They don't realize when they expose their bad or crooked behavior. God bless the good men and women of law enforcement 😉🙏 But why would there ever be a bad reason for being on camera?

[@KizerSoze9mm]

If you are caught on camera with a woman you aren’t supposed to be with its BAD! It happened to a guy I know ,no shit 😂

[@karlBob2006]

@@KizerSoze9mm could be exactly what the cop means...

[@TheRealLarissa]

Who are these cops that investigate crime?

[@AaronAlso]

First, let us be clear it has been ruled at least three times in the Supreme Court... law enforcement has NO DUTY TO PROTECT, none, ever. Everyone, has an obligation to protect one another and in many cases the law allows us to do that. The badge does not make you special; it is just a job. Just do the job and leave your ego at home.

[@jezzie1965]

I have training in esgrima Filipina and kali since I was 16 I’m 60 now and my weight is 160 and this guy supposedly training in a donut shop 😂😂😂huge gut wow but 95% of law enforcement or lack of are like that

[@RaymondBallou]

I carry two knifes

[@frankmorris2603]

Nobody should want to use a knife but NOBODY has the right to unlawfully harm or dominate an individual. This idea that good people have no right to carry and the bad guys just will carry is suicide.

[@Skallywagtactical]

100%

[@XDWX]

Why in the world didn't he have his sidearm on him? I've never liked the idea of a knife as a self defense tool. Your sidearm should always be on you.

[@ssn0651]

Cops investigate crimes they don’t prevent them . Says on the door To protect and serve . So if they don’t prevent them it is up to you to protect yourselves . Until the law shows up you are the law .

[@ahmadcampbell2626]

That whole scenario was called a Jack or a Rip.... They set him up from go

[@beowulf_of_wall_st]

This story doesnt' make any sense. Why would you get out of your car with these crazy people on top of you already?

[@lobobolo2402]

You endangered the life of a couple and their child. Then challenged them to a brawl. Even bystanders joined in on their side. You’re not the victim or the good guy here.

[@herfnagletupperwink3781]

A knife in every pocket

[@davesykes4185]

How about "the police" drop the protect and serve slogan as it's more clean up on aisle three, based upon the comments in this video

[@KizerSoze9mm]

😂 no doubt , there is a lot of Biden Harris supporters on here considering it is a channel about self defense and martial arts

[@NickNekko]

Commiefornia has strict knife laws. Carrying anything other than a folding knife with under 3" blade is illegal. Problem is criminals don't care about that.

[@mechanocraddo1]

BS. Even in Communistfornia(CA), if your knife, regardless of your blade length is concealed, but your folding knife is folded, Its not READILY CAPABLE of stabbing. Quote-Unquote California's State Penal Code Statutes. Perfectly Legal to carry as such.

[@petersouthwell5971]

a lot of people think a knife attack is this big bollo stab attack to the gut. The reality is.. Knife fighters are fast. Anything they touch is cut. Your hand, your finger... Your blocks. If the night fighter is attacking any flesh they can put your blade on.. And they're real fast at striking you not gonna just grab that mans knife. Knife on unarmed... SUPER SUPER hard to defend against. Unless the guy with the knife is just really dumb.. .Reactive bolo swings and doesn't get how to keep it tight and strike at limbs ec.. Ok.. You might get the knife.. But knives absolutely suck for open hand defense. You've go nothing that can't be cut.