Point Defiance stabbing victim speaks out

The victim of a horrific stabbing on a Point Defiance walking trail recounts her fight for survival and assistance by some passers-by

[@allison8752]

This makes me SO ANGRY! We have to be tougher on violent crimes!!

[@vgee3926]

You sound like a TRUMP SUPPORTER

[@Bram45639]

@@vgee3926Unless you're being a troll, which is probably the case

[@KennysCrap]

@@vgee3926 wow are you a shallow minded person

[@sunshine_pnw]

​@@vgee3926would you say the same when you or someone you care was the victim?

[@marianneporter26]

This is heart breaking. So glad people stepped in to help her.

[@malcriadamedina5358]

People didn't step in, just a single woman

[@HawkGTboy]

@@malcriadamedina5358Haha, these are Tacomans, aka Seattleites who got priced out of Seattle. The men probably have scraggly beards, man-buns, beer bellies, noodle arms covered in tattoos and testosterone levels in the double digits. They probably froze and looked to their mommy-wives for guidance. “Am I allowed to intervene? Would that be racist? What do I do, mommy?” 😂

[@chuckscott-cy7iq]

@@malcriadamedina5358 Women are strong and independent and don't need men's help.

[@daltonv5206]

Kudos to her for getting up there and saying all this. Takes a lot of strength

[@Lyn-ht2gk]

I know you're feeling fear, but what I see is a courageous woman trying to help others avoid what you experienced. I also see determination to live a whole, albeit, changed life going forward. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

I agree. This is very hard to watch if you love people and Tacoma. She didn’t do anything wrong. Godbless those that had the courage to intercede.

[@SuziSellsSound]

Well said! I hope speaking out helps her healing. Thank you to the woman who helped her.

[@HawkGTboy]

And it won’t change her voting patterns or political attitudes one bit… 😅 She probably still supports cashless bail, “restorative Justice”, “criminal justice reform”, gun control, etc. This experience will probably make her vote harder to the left than she already did.

[@negusdawoo]

​@@HawkGTboysomehow u think voting for the right would change what happened to her. Hopefully ur mother isn't next u useless dead brain

[@KayKay-l2t]

@@HawkGTboy WOW, what lack of empathy, did that really make you feel better or were you just looking for attention you so craved? Spread some love, there's too much hate in this world.❤️ Romans 12:15 (KJV); Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.

[@dannymayhem3349]

She fought for her life, and likely would not have survived if she hadn't. May she find the strength to continue fighting during her recovery.

[@HawkGTboy]

And may she buy a gun, train with it, and blast the next guy who attacks her. She won’t, though. She’ll probably struggle to be an even better antiracist progressive white ally than she was before. In time she’ll probably blame her white privilege and implicit bias for provoking the attack. “I was so focused on the physical pain of being stabbed that I never even thought about HIS pain of being a black man in a white supremacist society…” 😂

[@chayoluna1351]

I hope they find the POS who did this. She’s incredibly strong for sharing her story.

[@LynnPAWZ]

This lady is a true warrior, physically & emotionally. Standing alone, speaking to strangers re-telling the most horrific moments of her life. I salute her. I find it "odd" the name of the place is Point DEFIANCE. She defied her attacker & survived. Now I pray she lives fully again some day.

[@zayabaker9676]

We need a description of this guy from the authorities on here.

[@0x4rk0]

Crime stoppers has provided a sketch

[@wizkaqueefa9003]

He looks exactly like Klay Thompson with an afro if you look at the sketch on Crime stoppers.

[@seeemsee]

black

[@janetwhite7786]

@@seeemsee Of course. We know it bc they wont say.

[@wildone106]

LMAOOOO well..he's uh..a human male..thats all we know! 😏💁‍♀

[@criticaloptimist]

One day I was walking at night when I heard footsteps run up behind me. I turned and gasped seeing a man a couple feet from me. He looked me in the eye and said, “it’s ok sweetie, I’m not going to hurt you. You’re hot, but you’re not that hot.” Then he ran off into the night. What a strong and powerful woman. I’m so so sorry this happened to you. I broke ribs before, it definitely doesn’t feel like not life threatening. Please take care of yourself, it takes time and work to get through the ptsd.

[@Starfish2145]

Thank God the female in that couple took action!!!

[@ServantofJesus1996]

My prayers for this woman, Brothers and sisters you may not agree with me but please stay protected and strapped❤️

[@PNWlifestylez]

@stellarowan even when they were fully staffed years ago, when seconds matter police are minutes away

[@veronicanevarez22]

Exactly ❤

[@vgee3926]

Self defense is WRONG

[@KennysCrap]

@@vgee3926 you are a total dumb ass

[@thatcreepyxmastreeinyourat8950]

I live in S Seattle. I was walking down the street one day and a random thought popped into my head as a person walked by. I had no fear, but I came to the realization that if I had been a victim of violent crime just walking another person would cause extreme terror and anxiety. It was a very humbling thought. I feel so bad for this woman, but the silver lining is that there are good people who helped her. I hope that thought alone will assist in recovery. I will be on the lookout for this bag o sh*t.

[@hectorrock9647]

I hope the city councils Heard her story.

[@meee175]

They couldn't care less. On top of not caring, the legislature is actively and aggressively changing laws to prevent us from protecting ourselves. The left can hate guns all they want, but this is a prime example of one of the benefits of having the 2nd Amendment. She should have been armed, I really wish she had been. The thought of my wife going to the trails with my kids unarmed is ignoring the reality these lawmakers have created for us. I hope this woman doesn't let this violence take over her life. And I'd love to see the 2A community gather around her so she could regain some semblance of safety.

[@christianterrill3503]

No one is coming to help us, it's up to us to defend our selfs now.

[@user-ts7ns7bt2v]

They could care less about her. They have a mission from Marx and you and she are in The way.

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

If only we can ban guns, she would be safe.

[@meee175]

@sasquatchrosefarts9131 I'll bet she wishes she had one. My wife uses a cross body fanny pack for this very reason. I hope she exercises her constitutional right for now on. And for everyone who is still chants the party line, it's on them.

[@ironlion45]

Physically, she has made her recovery amazingly quickly. Mentally, this is going to take her a long time.

[@mattmcrae1458]

What a brave woman. No words.

[@SoberOKMoments]

I was attacked and badly beaten in an attempted rape 59 years ago. Like this poor young woman I was changed by that trauma in obvious ways and some not so obvious. It certainly made me hyper aware of my surroundings and I remain so to this day. My attacker was challenged by another man and, after a moment of hesitation where he looked like he'd attack my rescuer, he ran off. He was never caught. I can't even begin to imagine how women who actually get raped - or have a horrible experience like this lovely young woman did - ever fully get over it. I wonder if they do? She is now in my prayers.

[@deliajones9541]

Home invasion victim here. I've never got over it. There's not enough pills or therapy to get over it, they help but don't end the constant fear it will happen again.

[@wulfmaer8919]

@@deliajones9541 Did you get a gun and or any training on how to defend yourself at home with a firearm? I bought my girlfriend a pistol and trained her how to defend herself and her children while in the house. It’s given her peace of mind and more confidence.

[@criticaloptimist]

@@wulfmaer8919guns aren’t magic. They often get used against you any way. It’s not even the point of this comment, she’s describing the ptsd. Guns won’t cure ptsd.

[@TurboK24z]

​@@criticaloptimistthat is such a cookie cutter statement. 🤦‍♂️ I have not heard of a single case of when a Defendant's firearm was taken by an unarmed assailant, in real time, and used to kill the Defendant. Please share an example. Also notice he/she said WITH training.

[@KatharineLeeS]

This is a few blocks from my home, I have been thinking about her and hoping she would be ok and make a full recovery. I can't imagine how terrifying this experience was for her, I am so thankful she survived and that there were people who stepped in. I pray they catch the perpetrator before he hurts someone else. My thoughts are with her while she continues to recover.

[@jourdynstanovich6691]

No one is safe in this state ...in this country anymore... protect yourselves citizens...

[@sunshine_pnw]

We should stop paying taxes for living in a safe environment.

[@jourdynstanovich6691]

@@sunshine_pnw when I look at the big picture I feel like we're paying our government for our destruction...be it state or federal government...from pesticides and GMO in our food, fluoride in our water, lies about safety of vaccinations...our so called leaders targeting Americans...our tax dollars are used to fortify other countries and to support foreigner on our land when Americans are juggling finances trying to figure out how to pay their monthly bills and still feed their own families...

[@Sayj14]

It sucks being a woman and literally not able to go on walk alone.

[@ThatCrazyDogLady74]

I walk there all the time with my dogs and a friend. I'm so sorry this happened to you. So thankful you survived. If you ever need someone reach out.

[@LoryFrench]

You're very brave. Thank you for telling your story.

[@KatharineLeeS]

That's not her job, the police already released a sketch ​@@HeywoodJablowme-ro5ut

[@LoryFrench]

@@HeywoodJablowme-ro5ut that picture is out everywhere, she has.

[@missmochiicecream]

@@HeywoodJablowme-ro5utI hope you never have to deal with what she went through; god forbid anybody say that same dumb crap about you.

[@Lyn-ht2gk]

For those on the look out for the attacker, King 5 shows a sketch of the him in a story posted 2 days ago, 2/19, on KZbin.

[@colethewolfboy]

It’s a light skin with goatee and Afro

[@naekosl3059]

The police spokesperson in the youtube video ID K5Fhr4T-Lh0 at time mark t=941 said it was a black male, age mid 20 to early 30, between 5'9" to 6' tall, did not look like a transient, wearing all black (shoes, slim pants, hoodie), distinctive afro style that sticks out 3 to 6 inches from his head, possible small goatee. The police sketch has been confirmed by both the victim and the witness as being accurate.

[@HawkGTboy]

Posting descriptions of criminals is racist.

[@HawkGTboy]

@@naekosl3059”Dark white complexion.” 😅

[@frenchonion4595]

Said he had an Afro. Judge will let him go next day

[@cheyjan330]

Thank you for sharing your story. You are so brave. 😢

[@mnm25479]

Amazing young woman! How brave to share her story. Every bit of data is immensely useful and could save another life. God, please help us find this man and stop him! Please help her heal from this terrible trauma to her body and soul, and help this community heal from this trauma!

[@edithstrom1168]

I am so very sorry that this happened to you. You are amazingly brave. I have wanted to walk out there but I am 73 and too afraid.

[@seattleric007]

And this is a prime example why women should carry guns. Concealed carry permit lady.

[@TurboK24z]

I could easily think of 5 prime examples within the past three years.

[@missmochiicecream]

She said she didn't have time to react even when she was already taking precautions (no distractions, being aware of her surroundings). Guns can't always save you, and can very easily lead to unintentionally harming yourself and others if you aren't trained and experienced to use them, especially in high stress, high risk situations. It's very irresponsible to say that any woman should just carry a gun because it'll save her life.

[@TurboK24z]

@@missmochiicecream That's why you have to get the CCW permit AND Training. But to start you gotta get that Firearm first!

[@vestagirl8484]

@@missmochiicecream😅

[@angrytomshatnextdoor4770]

You have amazing bravery to tell your story. I hope they catch the person that did this. I do not know you but if you ask me I would help you with anything you need, there are still decent people out there.

[@tamijackson2791]

Incredibly grateful that you survived. You are AMAZING! (I've gotten the CREEPS so many times while walking in the parks around here, in Tacoma, so I don't go unless I conceal carry now.) Blessings to you while on your journey to heal. You are so brave to tell your story. I'm really grateful that people yelled back and helped.

[@bethfrick2206]

I'm so sorry this happened to you. I know they'll catch him. Stay strong and prayers for comfort and healing.🙏

[@shogunr8633]

The statements at the end where she pleaded others to walk with friends, and don't be distracted out side break my heart. I understand the sentiment but it's pathetic and sad on how our society is going backward.

[@NWPacJack]

This is human nature. Psychopaths who enjoy hurting others have been a fact of life. Almost 200 years ago we had Jack The Ripper. With technological advancements, we have much more exposure to what been happening outside of our blissful ignorance. I remember I had a huge culture shock talking to locals as as an Infantryman in Afghanistan. For some people, what happened to this woman is a regular exposure. We have it very good in the first world despite malevolent agents like this jerk we have stabbing folks going about their business.

[@topsykretts2264]

The suspect is crazy and should’ve been in a mental hospital or locked away..

[@HawkGTboy]

He won’t be. If they catch him at all the charges will be dropped. The DAs and judges, the media, the politicians, the entire establishment we live under wants this to happen to us. It’s called “anarcho-tyranny.”

[@mylesgray3470]

I agree with you, but the way the laws are, they need to get caught in a violent crime before anything is done. This needs to change.

[@pnw_gal8593]

Never caught the guy!?? Let's see a follow up report , shame!

[@KatharineLeeS]

He's still not caught

[@GR3YD3ATH]

still not caught, and when caught he will be released no bail...

[@wadecartwright4277]

Exactly crab bait

[@wildone106]

Hope you all still have your BLM stickers on your windows!!!

[@jenjoseph5064]

Any update on catching the guy?

[@cathywnukoski5843]

Breaks my heart to hear what you went through. You are a beautiful strong woman, and you will get through this. You are absolutely amazing to be able to stand up there and tell your horrific story. God bless you.

[@LoveTheWater]

So brave thank you for sharing your story.

[@aheinz5501]

I'm so sorry for your tragedy. No one should have to endure this kind of trauma. I'm praying for your recovery.

[@HawkGTboy]

She probably votes for everything that made her attack possible.

[@LaughingblueSu]

💙💙Brave woman to speak out.💙💙

[@modigabdi503]

I wish you the best of luck in your recovery. You are brave and courageous. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@michaelscholz7553]

Im so sorry! I cant imagine how you must of felt. I will pray you find the closure and peace you need to continue being a strong survivor. Thank you for sharing your story, Im sure that was extremely difficult. I dont watch much TV so I wouldn't even have known that this happened to you and just a short drive from me. I hope you find it in yourself to one day forgive your attacker and keep a loving and pure heart. God bless you. Im glad youre still with us!!!!

[@theck672]

I’m so sorry this happened to you. You are an inspiration. Thank you for speaking out. You are very brave. Sending you positive energy for your continued healing ❤️‍🩹…both physically and emotionally.

[@azulaghoul]

this is terrifying. as a 20 year old woman who was born here, grew up on the eastside, i always want to go to point defiance. i hope they find him. but even when they do they’re hundreds of people out there just like him.

[@elainecaretti3522]

2 couples came to help and the female kicked the guy in the head 😮

[@greenbamboo4264]

I pray for your full strength and healing. I pray for all victims.

[@islandbirdw]

What kind of monster would just get off killing a stranger. And yes he’s still out there.

[@HawkGTboy]

The real monsters are the media, academia, “social change” institutions, DAs and judges who WANT this to happen.

[@EileenWest-vl8ov]

Your life is too valuable and you survived don’t let this define you because you have much work to do and a meaningful future. Heal and recover and be very kind to yourself for you are very special

[@CaptainNero]

You're such a strong and courageous woman. Keep On Keepin On, you got this girl.

[@Beginnerreadsthebible]

This poor woman 💔 God be with her as she heals ❤

[@Allaiya.]

As a woman on trails, I am always wary of any male that's behind me and always try to keep my distance. Very scary to think this monster is still out there. I can assure you this isn't the guys' first time if he did it in broad daylight.

[@aerbear90]

Something I must point out as I have had a similar attack is the effects that will last in her kind and more important body trauma and nervous system trauma (or PTSD/CPTSD) and the lack of trauma care and knowledge in this nation. After my attack to neck I have suffered nerve damage, ptsd, and countless other long term effects. I didn't leave my home like her for 6 months and still struggle. Thr long terms effects haven't even set in. This is heartbreaking the world we live in. My heart goes out to her!

[@raveneye12]

If one person was armed this guy would have been ended

[@janetwhite7786]

Oh, didnt you hear? The estimated 500k - 2 mil times a year a gun is used to thwart violent crime doesnt happen. The FBI refuses to collect this data. Bastards, all.

[@TurboK24z]

​@@janetwhite7786 job security for cops aka Note takers 😂

[@tanushreeb3124]

I hope she recovers from this trauma 😢

[@eM.k.]

I hope the pain of this trauma heals for you soon. Every day is a new day forward and a better day because you are in it; always remember that. I’m so thankful that woman is out there and so bravely stepped in to help you! I hope the person who attacked you is caught soon. ❤

[@DroSmoke420]

Stay Armed, Stay Dangerous and protect yourself at all times 💯! There's some real horrible ppl out there and you might have to take their life to save your own..... Much Love, Respect and good vibes to everyone 💙💚🙏🏽✊🏾✌🏾

[@Thecatnamedkiwi]

That's what I said!!! 👍

[@MzNikkiSavage]

Where is the description of the coward?!?! I am so proud of her and the people who intervene. A lot of crys get ignored. Be careful, especially my ladies.

[@TurboK24z]

They have a sketch.

[@jenniferwestloyd25]

Prayers go out to you and many thanks go to the couples, who came to your aid. All too often that's not the case... They are heros! And YOU ARE SO BRAVE to come on here so that others know about what has happened. I will go look for the description of this criminal, and I hope others also keep a lookout for him. Let's get him behind bars; although I'm sure it will take time for you to feel safe again, I hope that his arrest will bring you some ease of mind. Many blessings to you, and I am so extremely happy that your family and friends still have you.

[@insiteandawareness3500]

I hope they find the attacker. The woman and you are extremely courageous!

[@Dumbluck14]

There has to be a picture of him on a camera. They are everywhere.

[@Runnin4Him85]

Our police department officers where I work and many others are aggresively looking for him.

[@WillConley]

Hmm. Something is off. Four helpers, the two male helpers did nothing according to this testimony, and the assailant got away. Could it be the helpers feared social reprisal because the assailant was a particular type of human? I could see that. I don't know. Just...there is something not quite complete about the report.

[@jamiedutcher1004]

😢 this is NOT ok 😢 He needs to be caught n charged

[@davidmickles5012]

I'm sorry, but the number you have called has been defunded.. BLM! Vote Democrat 2024! 🙃

[@deplorablechump8758]

@@davidmickles5012Yes, let’s keep voting for the criminals lovers!

[@HawkGTboy]

Haha, right. If he’s caught at all he’ll be released without bail. The charges will be minimal and even those will be quietly dropped. At worst he’ll get a suspended sentence. Understand that we don’t have a criminal justice system anymore. We have an anarcho-tyrannical state that wants us dead and is using street criminals to get the job done. If you harm their agents in self-defense YOU will go to prison.

[@Gibbonomics]

There in no safety except in groups of people. Not even a dog can protect folks from attacks while walking, running and hiking solo. Sad truth. Prayers and more prayers for this victim's complete and total recovery🙏❤‍🩹

[@TurboK24z]

Or if people wernt so brainwashed, a Conceal Carry firearm.

[@mandybradley3079]

Description of black man?

[@jerryreding7369]

Thank you for being brave enough to come out publicly. You have been blessed with a second chance. My question is, where were the men that arrived on scene? Why did it come down to one single woman to help? We've got to be better, people.

[@missmochiicecream]

The woman had several years of martial arts training and experience that kicked in (no pun intended). It sounds like another man was calling 911. Why does that all matter to you, though? Isn't the important thing that several people stepped in and saved her life?

[@reverendbStaard]

Media, you failed this person, her family, her friends, her community.

[@Donley76]

What is wrong with men, we can't even go for a walk.

[@TurboK24z]

NOT "sending thoughts and prayers" but practical advice. Recover, Get Trained in self defense, Get a conceal Firearm, and build back confidence.

[@theshanny8]

Youre so brave sweetheart. Youre in my prayers. Hang in there God will meet you moment by moment day by day. ❤❤❤

[@jenaeliberty]

why won’t they release the description? my friend’s family goes here

[@user-lu1xp4ze8w]

And the Tukwila Costco robbery.

[@HaskinsChannel]

God bless this brave woman

[@outtosea25]

The societal collapse of the PNW is absolutely tragic and absurd.

[@compmanio36]

Completely predictable and avoidable.

[@webanon]

They had to work at it to become this bad. Truly impressive.

[@Donley76]

I live in a predominantly white, impoverished, conservative state with the same types of crime being committed. How now brown cow?

[@Seattlez]

Good thing you didn't have a gun. No one should be allowed to protect themselves. - Bob Ferguson..

[@AmericanOutbackAmazing]

You are so brave to speak about what happened, I wish the media and police had more honor and had treated this incident with more urgency and had not tried to brush it off. My wife and I were in the park just minutes away from where all this took place, we saw another hiker who stated he saw a suspicious man running towards the parking lot down the trail, he gave us a description which the police and media did not release until days later. For the next 24 hours I could not understand why this was being down played, we new something serious had happened due to all of the police and emergency vehicle activity. Once we got to the road that leads to the Owens Beach parking lot we talked to the guy and his dog whose wife saved you, he stated the suspect had a knife so be careful if you see him. I hope that you recover and this guy is caught. It is scary to think that he is still out there and can possibly hurt someone else, I am not sure if I will hike in the Tacoma area anytime soon. I hope that one day you can return to a sense of normalcy and enjoy the things you have always done.

[@cmfocusproductions2147]

Hold up… security cameras didn’t exist before this!?

[@cmfocusproductions2147]

Also, I got more from this but that was the least painful thing to respond to. I am so saddened for her.

[@bluefungi]

Contact crimestoppers if anyone sees him.

[@Instant_Nerf]

What’s the description of the person ??

[@kierstinmawhinney2679]

Google it there’s a sketch

[@Instant_Nerf]

@@kierstinmawhinney2679 thank you, I just seen the sketch… king5 released it. Be Careful out there.

[@Hank_Amarillo]

melanin

[@DaFonz808]

Never go hiking or walking in places like that alone. There’s stupid people out there.

[@user-th5ek5in5l]

Prayers for her. 🙏🙏

[@AquaticHedgehog]

God bless you!! 💕 Love you!

[@tmorelli1982]

Who are the "men" that let this guy get away?

[@douca1]

The man that hurt you is a speck of dirt. Get well real soon. Peace be with you.

[@galacticmoth]

We need vigilante justice in WA

[@richic4319]

How can anyone help? They are purposely withholding the description

[@GR3YD3ATH]

good thing everyone but the attacker was armed. otherwise he wouldn't have got away and it would have forced the da to actually press charges against him, then have to release him on a no bail bond, then have the office get slightly embarrassed in 2-3 months as they quietly drop the charges against him for equity... move along.

[@nimbusthestallion7029]

Makes me scared for my kid

[@scottbrawley1490]

I feel mad,sad, and glad all at the same time after listening to how you bravely got up there and told your story. I'm mad that this happened. I'm sad that you, through no choice of your own that you were so ferociously attracted by a clearly ill punk. I can't call this punk a man because a man would not do this. And I'm glad for two reasons, that you are still alive and that your new sister was there and kicked it in the head. Stay strong.

[@ambrosemackinnon8314]

Never go out on a trail alone when hiking always go with friends .family or partner.

[@carlydahl6691]

So courageous..❤ 😢

[@CannyBlether-dz6hj]

God bless you and keep you safe ❤

[@JohnJones-wg2od]

Guns....training.....etc......prayers!

[@hometeam1945]

Courage. Rare sight today.

[@angelicamichelle1646]

You are so strong. My love to you

[@wulfmaer8919]

Why was no description of the attacker given? Not giving a precise description is stupid. Political correctness strikes again!

[@daltonv5206]

@@EmilyandtheG i agree with you to an extent, but when there's a predator on the loose people shouldn't have to dig to find that info. It should be plastered everywhere

[@naekosl3059]

Police spokesperson in youtube video ID K5Fhr4T-Lh0 at time mark t=941 said it was a black male, age mid 20 to early 30, between 5'9" to 6' tall, did not look like a transient, wearing all black (shoes, slim pants, hoodie), distinctive afro style that sticks out 3 to 6 inches from his head, and small goatee. The police sketch has been confirmed by both the victim and the witness as being accurate.

[@janetwhite7786]

Ill give you 3 tries and the first two dont count.

[@dtl2081]

@@daltonv5206Agreed.

[@troymenting6854]

Wondering why the husbands of the bystanders didn’t give chase to the attacker?! 🤦🏻

[@malcriadamedina5358]

@@HeywoodJablowme-ro5utwell the women stepped up without a problem and rescued this woman. The men were too afraid to do anything.

[@meee175]

@HeywoodJablowme-ro5ut We as a society are in this position because of that attitude. Man the F up and fight back. That kind of aversion to conflict is why these people exist and prey on the weaker and vulnerable.

[@Richard-il6wc]

They were scared

[@meee175]

@@malcriadamedina5358 How far we've fallen. 🤨

[@TurboK24z]

Wouldn't have to chase if they wernt so liberal and carried a firearm.

[@samezidrovibes]

So grateful she is alive and for the people who helped her. How horrifying that he is still out there. As a woman who enjoys similar walks I never feel safe unless I have my dog with me, this is a sad reality of being a woman. Wishing us all well.

[@TurboK24z]

No offense but that's a FALSE sense of security. You FEEL safe but in reality you're not safe. You're going to need more than just your dog. Unless you spent thousands of dollars to have your dog trained to defend.

[@DeniseQuattrochi-hi6rt]

Ladies please arm yourselves when going alone anywhere, or bring a friend along with you. Probably best not to go it alone. Way to many crazies out there just waiting to harm or even kill. Sad but true.

[@rebeccam4431]

Thank God you are alive, 🙏prayers that you will feel safe again.

[@tomcorrin498]

I remember hearing a story like this where a community had just had enough of crime. They began a vigilante pact where they would patrol the parks, the streets, the walking trails just every where. And when they would catch a perpetrator commiting a violent crime they would all subdue and dispatch the predators with extreme and absolute finality for the violent predator. When police investigated they could find no witnesses. The community ended up as one of America's safest and most livable cities. The old and young alike could enjoy there parks, the walking paths. Children could play outside and walk to school again. Many of the old Judges and Prosecutor's that would not put the criminals away no matter how many times the Police arrested them, they were encouraged to move elsewhere. This can happen anywhere when people decide they have had enough.

[@seanmoon7095]

Throw away the key.

[@brynnh.4741]

They literally released a detailed sketch of him this week.

[@JocieFire]

He will do it again, he needs to be caught!

[@pennybergmen8933]

God bless you and the people that stepped in! We all uplift you Hope they find him

[@EvanTownsend]

I hope our politicians are watching this.

[@kevinnosx9]

They don't care.

[@scuddrunner1]

You mean Victoria Woodwards? She hates cops! If you're white whe hates you too.

[@compmanio36]

They are, and laughing. They will do nothing. It's up to you. The sooner you realize that, the sooner they are irrelevant.

[@Infertilewithaturtle]

@julezofalltrades This is our most popular, giant park (Point Defiance), where I was born and raised, here in WA. This is her first time speaking. The man has not been caught.