TITLE

A can of self-defense

AUTHOR(S)

Sussman, Vic

PUB. DATE

September 1992

SOURCE

U.S. News & World Report;9/28/92, Vol. 113 Issue 12, p82

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Discusses how people can wage their own war on violence by arming themselves with sprays, stunners and screamers as crime-prevention devices. Being aware of violence; Steps to take to ward off potential attackers; How martial arts can help feeling safe; More. INSET: Cops want to help, too, by Gordon Witkin..

ACCESSION #

9209280779

 

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