dialogue. Most attackers have one or two engaging formats -- which might be a request for directions, or 'Do you know so-and-so?', etc. -- and non-threatening body movements. This will invite you into striking range. Distraction: The attacker will distract the target by engaging their mind with questions (waiting until they begin answering before ambushing) or forcing the victim to look away. This is achieved in two ways: Getting the victim to point to certain locations (shops, landmarks, etc.), as usually when people point, they also look at where they are pointing. By getting the victim to look at what they are looking at (to the ground, the side -- anywhere away from themselves Ambush: While the victim's guard is down and they're looking away from him, the attacker ambushes his target with a sucker-punch. Escape: The offender then escapes as fast as he can in case of witnesses or electronic evidence. Positions of ambush There are three basic ambush positions to deliver the sucker punch: Square-on (talking): This is the most common position as it facilitates the use of both hands. Also the target is right in front of you, enabling a greater chance of success. Side-on: This is usually used by a third-party bystander (friend), when the target has turned away from you or when you simply walk up and blind-side them. Blind assault: This is when the target has their back to you. This sucker-punch is the most cowardly of assaults, as the target doesn't stand a