There is a martial art all journalist should train in. Parkour it is an evasive set of maneuver's to quickly get you out of trouble, from running away from a mob. Or always have mace or make your own temporary blind powder with talcum powder, sea salt, and fine grind chilli powder. Throw into a mob will not only stop them... but straight away they will be looking to rinse out there eyes with water.... keep trouble away from you.