Daniel Duran, a sexual predator and convicted rapist, who was arrested on April 4th for parole violation has made bail and is back on the street. Duran violated his parole by being on the grounds of a local elementary school and was reportedly walking some neighborhoods in the East Bay area representing himself as a local preacher looking for a playmate for his (non-existent) fourteen year old daughter.

Duran was also walking into real estate offices throughout the Bay Area representing himself as an interested buyer. Duran was also reported to have attended many open-houses. Real estate agents, parents and the public at large are advised to be alert. 

Pamela Ellis from Diversivied Capital is a local self-defense expert who is activily involved in training women in the arts of self-defense. She teaches a six week course to help women dedfend themselves against bigger and stronger opponents known as W.I.S.E. – Women Intiating Safe Environments.

Since 1980, over 3,550 women have successfully graduated from the W.I.S.E. program; 19 of them have used these skills to save their lives in a life-threatening assault.

TOPICS COVERED:

• Assault Prevention & Mind-set
• Anxiety Management: Staying calm during an attack
• Escapes from: holds, pins, and chokes
• Domestic Violence Awareness
• Home & Family Security
• Counter measures

Pam's background includes: 2nd degree Black Belt – Tae Kwon Do Brown Belt – Judo Close Quarters Combat Training, US ARMY– Assistant Instructor. You can email Pam for information on upcoming classes.

Additonal Info:

WISE – Women Intiating Safe Environments

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