An Australian man when faced by an attacker used his cellphone as a shield during an alleged bow-and-arrow attack, with the arrow piercing through his mobile device.
According to the New South Wales police, a 43-year-old man arrived home on Wednesday to find another man, allegedly armed with a bow and arrow, standing near his property.
The resident, armed only with his cellphone, got out of his vehicle and attempted to record the suspect.
Authorities said the suspect then �engaged the bow and was ready to fire.� Police alleged the suspect shot an arrow at the resident, which pierced through his mobile phone, causing the device to hit him on the chin, leaving a small cut.
Police said the 39-year-old suspect was known to the victim. He was charged with intent to commit an indictable offense, assault causing bodily harm and malicious damage.
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Archery Notes
A large thick book or similar object could also be used to provide considerable defense.
Ideally a nice tower shield or kite shield would work best. Below, an Anglo Saxon style kite shield.
