[Leaning Right]

Much is said about going armed but when the unprovoked attack comes from the blind side, the arming makes no difference.

Bingo.

[Bloody Sam Roberts]

but when the unprovoked attack comes from the blind side

Eliminate the blind side. Situational awareness. If people think it is too much to handle when out on the street then their safety is forfeit due to their lack of diligence.