Sucker Punch Attacks Inspire Women to Take Self-Defense Classes

April 11, 2024

Some women have decided to attend self-defense classes after an apparent epidemic of sucker punch attacks have spread across New York City. Inside Edition’s Alison Hall took part in a class at a self-defense group called Fit Hit. Fit Hit instructor Tatiana Firpo showed Hall a particular move that could ward off a sucker punch attack. It's called the “answer-the-phone” block. If the attack continues, Firpo says to fight back.

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