The Columbus Police Department initiates female self-defense classes to combat rising violence against women, addressing alarming national statistics. With nearly 70 women killed by intimate partners each month using firearms, Chief Stoney Mathis emphasizes the crucial need for women to be equipped with self-defense skills, including firearm use and situational awareness.
Over 6,500 women die from gun violence annually, highlighting a growing concern for personal safety. The two-day course, starting September 26 with limited registration, aims not only to teach participants how to defend themselves but also to boost their confidence in handling various defense tools, whether that be a gun, taser, or pepper spray.
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