Armed robbery in broad daylight

[brand0n5o4]

So Friday I was a victim of armed robbery, at Target on Clearview around 5pm, broad daylight. New Orleans (yes even in Metairie) is just getting out of control... seriously, these people are just getting too bold and not giving a **** anymore. Stay safe and beware of your surroundings, I thought I was but I was very wrong and lucky he didn't shoot, otherwise I probably wouldn't be writing this right now.. too bold. To those who carry, carry everyday.

anyone that knows me well knows I'm good at shooting and very accurate.. my shooting competition videos speak for itself. but i just couldn't let myself take a life yesterday. New Orleans man...

**update** Just to clarify, those of you who said you'd shoot no matter what have most likely never been in this situation. I knew what I was doing, and yes, I did draw my firearm from concealment and had 3 different opportunities to shoot but decided not to. I can make decisions under stress. It may have been a different story if my family was with me, but I was alone. He was lucky I decided not to pull the trigger, and so was I that he didnt. You people have to realize, this was in broad daylight at Target on Clearview. There is foot traffic going on constantly at that mall and this is one reason why I decided not to pull the trigger. Paper targets dont shoot back, but I dont train with paper targets. Just be aware of your surroundings, he walked up like he was going to "his" car and thats when things took a turn.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFK6E1W29x0&index=11&list=PLscB-49EdZcujso1xgAPXCBIMhhEjzQHj

*update* http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/2016/05/jpso_seeking_laplace_man_in_me.html

 

[LACamper]

That sucks.

I'd love more details / play by play (espeically to show my wife...) but its an ongoing investigation...

 

[notasheeple]

Glad you're ok!

My grandmother was robbed in front of Sears there a few years ago. Parked in the handicapped spot right in front of store and had a knife held to her neck. No one saw a thing. She stayed calm and was ok.

Yes, it's getting very out of control.

 

[3fifty7]

Glad you are ok. Your alive and didn't have to take a life-that would have undoubtedly changed yours forever. Is there anything, looking back now, that could have been done to preemptively have stopped the encounter? Stay Safe.


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[US Infidel]

Great your ok. Also good you didn't have to pull the trigger. It must be hard to not be in Laplace looking for this P.O.S.

 

[pixfella58]

Glad you're OK, bro...

 

[Jmfox3]

You walked away and no lives lost. Well done!

 

[RustyHammer]

... sounds like you made the right call. Trust me, your life will be back to normal much more quickly having not done so. Good luck and thanks for sharing!

 

[AustinBR]

Sorry to hear that this happened to you, but I am happy that you came out of it okay. I can tell you from personal experience that talking about it and helping others learn from everything is a good way to go.

 

[charlie12]

http://www.fox8live.com/story/31870091/jpso-man-robs-shopper-in-metairie-mall-parking-lot-in-broad-daylight?sf25542301=1

Is the story correct you were chasing after him with your weapon out telling him you were going to shoot him?

 

[noob]

So much for being anonymous.... They showed his face on the news earlier... I hope he won't be targeted by the bad guys.

 

[Gator 45/70]

This will only get better!

 

[323MAR]

You got dealt a bad hand. You still played your cards right. You survived unharmed and even got the information needed to bring the perp to justice without running afoul of the law. You handled the situation better than most people who are robbed.
Semper Fi Marine!

 

[YoungMarine]

Thanks for sharing your story and glad you made out OK. A reminder to us all to be more observant of our surroundings, even in areas that seem safe.


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[Bam Bam]

I completely understand why you didn't pull you weapon and shoot the fool, but on the other hand they (criminals) might just start realizing there's no danger in robbing someone and keep doing it without fear of repercussions! I would hope if I were in your shoes I could keep my wits about me and think clearly before acting! I would have loved it if you could have detained the low life at gun point!

 

[themcfarland]

glad your safe ..

 

[Blue Diamond]

I'm glad your family is not making funeral arraingments today. Be Safe. Life IS precious.

 

[DAVE_M]

http://www.fox8live.com/story/31870091/jpso-man-robs-shopper-in-metairie-mall-parking-lot-in-broad-daylight?sf25542301=1

Is the story correct you were chasing after him with your weapon out telling him you were going to shoot him?

 

[Emperor]

http://www.fox8live.com/story/31870091/jpso-man-robs-shopper-in-metairie-mall-parking-lot-in-broad-daylight?sf25542301=1

Is the story correct you were chasing after him with your weapon out telling him you were going to shoot him?

Charlie12, you remind me of me as a master ****-stirrer!

And; I was waiting for you on this one!

As a side note: Brand0n5o4, I am glad you are okay; but you need to always make sure which "news" story you use in your posts!
The one charlie12 found is known as "A skeleton in the closet!"

 

[drpc]

It's a sad day when you can't even trust people on Craig's list.