Self-Defense in Robberies
The cluster focuses on scenarios of armed threats and robberies, debating whether to comply with demands under gunpoint, use lethal self-defense, or report crimes, while highlighting risks of retaliation, murder, or escalation.
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If you are under the threat of violence that won't save you.
Because you may get murdered if you don't. Better get out of the situation alive
Going after a bad guy is now very risky.If someone puts a gun to your head and says they will kill you and you protect yourself. Well you will be made an example.
this argument is akin to somebody just having kidnapped my family while despite me knowing where the kidnappers live being told I should not gun up but "come up with a peaceful plan" (perhaps hit the kidnappers with a leaflet campaign).
Yes, that is correct. If you try to rob me and I'm scared for my life, it will cost you yours. Sorry.
You can't walk away from threats to be shot.
When someone sticks a gun in your face and demands your wallet, you will reconsider this equivocation.
Why do you think it would get you kidnapped or murdered?
nowhere is safe...if you become a problem they'll eventually come for you
My takeaway is if I discover a crime being committed by someone I don't know well, report and cut all contact. Upgrade Security. Be alert. This whole situation is a tragedy, and his willingness to impart reason with the unreasonable cost him his life.