Don't know if it was possible in Portland incident, but generally best to get potential victims away from deranged people
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have you seen a detailed account of the incident anywhere? did the women have the opportunity to just run away?
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It's definitely the better option, but requires training or aptitude. Most people revert to fight/flight/freeze, even if learned/smart.
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Certainly. Military/medical training instills proper attitude. Some basic safety training would serve better than most public schooling.
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By contrast, two ex-military colleagues immediately pulled the assailant off and wrestled him to the ground. Instant reaction.