In this video from YouTube channel ‘Funker Tactical’, we see a demonstration of how to deal with a knife threat from behind which would be an extremely dangerous scenario that should not be taken lightly.

It’s important to point out though first what is in the video description box:

“All of our videos are for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not try anything you see in a Funker Tactical video without the supervision of a qualified instructor. These actions are potentially dangerous and may cause injury or death. Always exercise the highest level of safety when handling weapons and firearms.”

This scenario is commonly seen in many films and even in some real-life hostage situations. This would clearly be a very perilous situation as your life would be in serious danger but usually, the attacker wants something as if they wanted you dead they would just kill you instantly. Your wallet or your cell phone is never worth risking your life so it’s important to keep that in mind.

Nevertheless, having your life in someone else’s hands is never a good spot to be in as you don’t know if this person is out of their mind which given the scenario is well within the realm of possibility.

The defensive maneuver in the following video involves instantly putting your two hands on your opponent’s weapon arm as well as raising your shoulder to give you more space. This also puts your attacker in a weaker position.

From there you drop your hip and your shoulder before getting your head out which is the main goal. While the rest of the move in the video involves then plunging the knife into your attacker the better move may be to just escape ASAP as soon as you are free from danger if it is possible to do so.

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