Woman at Kakadu stops crocodile attack with small caliber pistol
A NT woman stops crocodile attack using a small caliber pistol.
This is a story of self-control and marksmanship by a brave,
cool-headed woman with a small pistol against a fierce predator. What
is the smallest caliber that you would trust to protect yourself?
Here is her story in her own words:
"While out walking along the edge of a lagoon just outside my campsite in
Kakadu with my soon to be ex-husband discussing property
settlement and other divorce issues, we were surprised by a huge 12-ft.
crocodile which suddenly emerged from the murky water and began charging
us with its large jaws wide open. She must have been protecting her
nest because she was extremely aggressive. If I had not had my little
.22 caliber pistol with me, I would not be here today!"
"Just one shot to my estranged husband's knee cap was all it
took.... The croc got him easily and I was able to escape by just
walking away at a brisk pace. It's one of the best pistols in my
collection! Plus the amount I saved in lawyer's fees was really
incredible."
"His insurance was the big bonus. I'm comfortable now."