GUN-FREE ZONES

Those considering a trip to the United States might be concerned for their safety because millions of Americans own weapons.

FBI statistics from recent years indicate that the number of people killed in the U.S. annually with rifles and this includes all types of rifles from single shot 22s to military style AR-15s and AK-47s, are in the range of 400 or so.

I should also warn that the number of people bludgeoned to death with hammers and clubs annually is a little over 600. It might be a good idea to stay clear of carpenters, baseball players, and golfers.

Then there are the 1,500 or more that will be murdered with knives. Knives are commonly found in restaurants and kitchens. Keep that in mind when dinning.

The biggest threat is handguns. Two out of every three people killed with handguns in the U.S. are suicides. Something to consider if feeling a bit depressed.

For those who decide to visit anyway my final recommendation would be to avoid gun-free zones. That’s where 98% of mass-murders take place.

Gun-Free Zones.