Police May Take the Rest of Your Life to Arrive

Written by Daniel White

Monday, 19 January 2009

A tragedy occurred yesterday when a 48-year-old Columbus woman was killed in front of her apartment building while on the phone with a 911 operator.

Police told 10TV News the victim called 911 twice on Sunday. The first call reported a disturbance. During the second call, the dispatcher heard gunshots.

Police do not have any suspects.

It is a sad fact that law enforcement officers are not able to be everywhere to stop every crime. It is stories like this that emphasize the even someone who does everything right and reports disturbances and suspicious behavior to the police are still essentially on their own if a criminal decides to attack.

People who choose to own and carry firearms for personal protection are no different from this unfortunate victim in many respects, but they are more prepared. Being ready, willing, and able to fight back doesn’t mean you’re paranoid, it means you’re prepared.

Bearing arms give you a better chance to stay alive while waiting for help to arrive. Guns save lives.

The Second Amendment IS Homeland Security !