Amid recent violent attacks sparking demand for self-defense equipment, experts weigh in on “justifiable defense”
In light of recent knife-related attacks, the concept and application of self-defense have gained significant attention in South Korea.
One such incident in late May saw a man in his 70s attack a shop owner in Daejeon. The assailant allegedly used a knife to attack the victim, who proceeded to defend himself by kicking the attacker and wresting the knife away.
In light of recent knife-related attacks, the concept and application of self-defense have gained significant attention in South Korea.
One such incident in late May saw a man in his 70s attack a shop owner in Daejeon. The assailant allegedly used a knife to attack the victim, who proceeded to defend himself by kicking the attacker and wresting the knife away.
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