In response to the thread title..
I am very glad that my wife and I have our CCDW. We live in Middletown and in the last few months, the reported incidents of violence seem to have increased and closer to home. Pizza delivery guy mugged in my neighborhood, gas station and pizza store robbed just north of town. My wife having her office across the street from the pizza shop and gas station and the mugging in the neighborhood are real eye openers to remaining alert and vigilant. Take care and be aware.