Originally Posted by
mkai
I just wanna give a Point of View from a Swiss Man, because I cant believe that something like that actually happens.
First of all, sure Switzerland is nothing like most parts of America but nevertheless... In Switzerland if you would see a 17 Year old Boy at the darkest night you would never assume that he is armed. Maybe you would be frightened, maybe you are worried about your well-being. But you would never shoot him! You would call the police and try to avoid direct contact if you are concerned that he could be a burglar. Why would you chase a person you are afraid of carrying a weapon if you are not the police?
And if you were that stupid, to shoot anyone because of selfdefense and there is no weapon on the other side... you are in trouble i can tell. Even if there IS a weapon and he didnt fire a single bullet you are in trouble. If you get beaten and you shoot that person, you are in trouble too and you know what? That is right! You are not allowed to kill anyone, never. And if you dont know it any better, shoot him in the leg... not the chest!
In my opinion the americans biggest problem is this passiv aggression against everyone and the radical charakter. Okay the half-heartedness of swiss people is mostly not the best thing too, especially when it comes to medical frist aid that lacks alot. But im sure, the fact that Weapons are not that common helps alot too round here. The biggest fear that comes in mind at night when you see a stranger that looks at you in a dubious way is that he could rob you. Not fucking kill you. Hell.
Please keep in mind, that I dont judge americans in general because of such happenings! And i am aware that Switzerland is not like Florida, but man... those people got weapons should chill the fuck out. You dont have too shot someone just because he is a threat, avoid him and call the police. Dont try to be a hero or more like a psycho in this case...
(English is not my nativ language, sorry for the grammer! I hope you can follow tho!)