Locked and loaded: Self-defense coach says gun safety starts with know-how
Bennie Cobb instructs Jace Jones on the correct way to stand and hold a gun when defending himself. Cobb is a former Shelby County Sherrif’s Office captain and SWAT team commander. Now, he puts an emphasis on gun responsibility at his self-defense class. (Greg Campbell/Special to The Daily Memphian)
Retired Shelby County Sheriff’s Office captain and SWAT team commander Bennie Cobb opened Eagle Eye Security and Training Services to emphasize the importance of gun responsibility along with self-defense.
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Alicia Davidson
Alicia Davidson is a lifelong Memphis resident and graduate of The University of Memphis College of Journalism and Strategic Media. When not scribbling about the latest Memphis news, you will find her reading historical biographies, cooking Italian cuisine and practicing vinyasa yoga.
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