He didn't get shot because, contrary to how the media likes to twist it, the majority of folks who carry firearms aren't trigger happy. The folks carrying legally know they put that license at risk if they ever have to draw that weapon. ( They better damn well be using the correct judgement )

As a result, they typically only come out as a last resort.


From my local news this morning and an example of why I carry my weapon with me at all times:

HOUSTON -

Houston police arrested a man Tuesday accused of stabbing another man on a METRO bus.

Shortly before midnight Monday, the two men were riding the bus on the East Freeway near Lockwood Drive in northeast Houston.

Investigators said the suspect thought he heard a threat coming from two men behind him. They said the suspect pulled out a screwdriver and stabbed one of the men sitting behind him in the shoulder.

The man with the screwdriver was arrested.

The victim was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital with a minor puncture wound. He is expected to survive.

Police said charges are pending in this case.

No names were released.