I've never been one to open my door to anyone I don't recognize.
Massad Ayoob has a good video about this topic on YouTube.
In my area, I have read of people being attacked after opening their door to someone in broad daylight. (Recently)
Friday night, for the 2nd time in 2 nights, someone knocked on my door after dark. What really concerned me is this time they were blocking my peep hole with their thumb or something. I have heard where criminals have used this tactic to get people to open their doors.
Not that I actually expected them to arrive in time to help but I dialed 911 while I cradled my trusty all metal Ruger 9mm. To my dismay, the dispatcher didn't see any sense of urgency and told me to call the non-emergency number next time! I politely told her that I felt otherwise.
Anyway, I waited about 10 minutes and nothing transpired.
I eventually ordered a pizza and, with my concealed carry, went off to pick up the pizza. As I was leaving I saw the cops arriving.
I picked up my pizza and when I returned home they were parked in front of my house. They were very cool and I thanked them for coming out.
They felt my use of the 911 system was appropriate and invited me to "call anytime".
I have since filed a complaint about the dispatcher.
I think she needs additional training.
All I can say is thank goodness we are allowed to have guns in our country.
It turns what could have been a frightening situation into a "walk in the park".
Any feedback is welcome.
Also, if you have any suggestions for affordable video intercom systems, I'm all ears.
Massad Ayoob has a good video about this topic on YouTube.
In my area, I have read of people being attacked after opening their door to someone in broad daylight. (Recently)
Friday night, for the 2nd time in 2 nights, someone knocked on my door after dark. What really concerned me is this time they were blocking my peep hole with their thumb or something. I have heard where criminals have used this tactic to get people to open their doors.
Not that I actually expected them to arrive in time to help but I dialed 911 while I cradled my trusty all metal Ruger 9mm. To my dismay, the dispatcher didn't see any sense of urgency and told me to call the non-emergency number next time! I politely told her that I felt otherwise.
Anyway, I waited about 10 minutes and nothing transpired.
I eventually ordered a pizza and, with my concealed carry, went off to pick up the pizza. As I was leaving I saw the cops arriving.
I picked up my pizza and when I returned home they were parked in front of my house. They were very cool and I thanked them for coming out.
They felt my use of the 911 system was appropriate and invited me to "call anytime".
I have since filed a complaint about the dispatcher.
I think she needs additional training.
All I can say is thank goodness we are allowed to have guns in our country.
It turns what could have been a frightening situation into a "walk in the park".
Any feedback is welcome.
Also, if you have any suggestions for affordable video intercom systems, I'm all ears.