To bring this point home, JPFO has a nationwide billboard campaign with a matching funds program to get local people involved. These billboards show exactly how crucial a defensive firearm is for women. Research has shown it is safer to defend against violent attack using a firearm than to resist with other means such as wielding knives, hitting back, or running away. This is especially true for children age 14 and under. More Guns, Less Crime.
Police have no legal duty to respond and prevent crime or protect the victim.
Dial 911 and Die. Witkin, Gordon, Guttman, Monika and Lenzy, Tracy. 1996. Anti-stalking laws usually are unable to protect targets. Washington Times, April 16, p. C-1. In either case, respond to the confirmation message you will get back.