As someone else mentioned, I'm sensing more concern than fear by those who believe this story. I believe it and I don't scare easy (A pistol grip Mossberg w/ 16" barrel is legal without a concealed carry in AL and I keep one loaded in my truck.) The way this lady wrote this story is the way I talk when I'm with my friends.
I been in a few uncomfortable situations and can go on and on recounting miniscule details as I retell the experience. Oh sure, I'll embellish for entertainment purposes, but if I was talking with the law or similar authority figure, I could do it straight. I'm of the opinion that this story is spot-on and was indeed a trial run. I can only hope and pray these boys are sittin' in Gitmo reading that little red book right now.