A mass shooting in NYC

Don't let what happened in NYC happen to you... Greetings Everyday Spy, Last Tuesday, a man boarded a NYC subway car carrying smoke bombs, a gas mask, a pistol, and 90 rounds of ammo. At 8:30 AM, during morning rush-hour, he opened fire in the cramped car. He managed to shoot 33 rounds and injure 16 people before his gun jammed, forcing him to flee the scene. Its a scary fact that it could have been me, you, or someone in your family that boarded the subway that day. You and I have the responsibility to be prepared, aware, and responsible for protecting the ones we love. And doing that starts with knowledge. There are two types of targets – 'soft' targets and 'hard' targets. Soft targets are areas with low security, lots of people, and a high chance of chaos. Think restaurants, public squares, and movie theaters… Hard targets are tightly controlled, secure locations with a low chance of shooter success. Places like banks, police stations, and military bases are hard targets... 91% of mass shootings take place in a soft target area. The NYC subway shooting was no different. - No armed guards were patrolling the area - There was no room for public escape - The NYC subway system has an unreliable CCTV security system - Most people are distracted on their phone during their daily commute The shooter knew exactly what he was doing when he chose his target. He chose a place that would have the highest chance of killing the most people. That is every shooter's goal. The fact that no one died in this shooting isn't only a miracle, it also speaks to the shooter's own inexperience in high-intensity situations. This shooter couldn't handle the adrenaline -- thank God. The next shooter may be a different story. When you know how to think like the threat, you control your risk and protect yourself and your family best. Next time you're out running errands, look around and decide what type of target is hosting you -- a 'soft' target or 'hard' target. Think about the security, escape routes, and places for cover. Be aware so you can out-think any threat on the prowl that day. Upgrade your skills and [how to prevent a mass shooting]( this blog post I wrote just for you! Every shooter's motives may be different. But their 'tells' are always the same. Godspeed, #EverydaySpy P.S. - The media is swarming with errors and lies about this simple story. If you are sick of the bias and slant that keeps facts out of reach, [break into your Analyst Action Kit NOW!]( Follow @EverydaySpy on Social Media! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [LinkedIn]( [YouTube]( [Instagram]( Andrew Bustamante, Founder of EverydaySpy.com, is a former covert CIA Intelligence officer, decorated US Air Force Combat Veteran, and respected Fortune 500 senior advisor. Learn more from Andrew on his Podcast (The Everyday Espionage Podcast) and by following @EverydaySpy on your favorite social media platform. This email was sent to {EMAIL}. Don't want to receive these emails anymore? [Unsubscribe]( Everyday Spy, 101 Marketside Ave. Suite 404 PMB 318 Ponte Vedra, FL 32081