I know everyone here knows this, but this article really underscores the point. L.A. Woman Brutally Raped by Man Who Was Released from Police Custody Hours Earlier | National Review
The part that really stands out:
“At one point, Young cried out for help and Waters mocked her. “Nobody is coming for you, are they?” he allegedly said.”
That’s it in a nutshell. Prepare like no one will be coming to help you if trouble arises. Because it’s probably true.