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What to do after a shooting

Brimstone Baritone

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Your first thought should be to your own safety. Do not holster your weapon until you are sure of your immediate safety. Your second thought should be to preserve evidence. Holster your firearm in the current condition, and secure the aggressor's weapon. (Stand on it is fine if you won't be moving around, but more important is to make sure it is secure even if you have to pick it up.)

If he's conscious, he can tend his own wounds. Slowly, and with his hands where you can see them. If he's unconscious, render what aid you feel you are trained to give, and only if you feel that the situation is under control. (Do not open yourself to a second attack while you are distracted giving aid).

And always have your lawyer on speed-dial.
 
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