ARMED, FORTUNATELY

Crime is simply out of control here in Pensacola. It's not the fault
of the Police Department. It's the fault of this "thug life" culture
we have that glorifies drug use and crime.

Point in case, I had a man try to get into my truck on Pace Boulevard
a few months back while I was stopped at a red light. I have no idea
who the guy was or what he wanted, but I'm sure it wasn't good.

However, thanks to Florida's concealed carry law I had my pistol with
me. When he opened my door I drew my firearm. When he saw that I was
armed he ran off and I reported the incident to the police.

What would have happened if I had not been armed? I have no idea, but
I'm sure that he will think twice before trying to get into someone
else's car again.

- -- Robby West

Pensacola