Bear Spray Attack During Facebook Marketplace Laptop Sale in Calgary

Violent Facebook Marketplace Transaction

• 🎯 A planned $2,700 laptop purchase via Facebook Marketplace turned violent when two buyers attacked the homeowner.
• ⚡ The homeowner, Jason Nguyen, was bear sprayed multiple times inside his home during the attempted robbery.

Homeowner and Wife Fight Back

• ✊ Despite being blinded by the bear spray, Nguyen grappled with his attacker.
• ⚔️ His wife joined the struggle, using a snow shovel to defend their home and assist in subduing one of the intruders.
• 🏠 The couple successfully tackled one robber back into the house, preventing the theft.

Aftermath and Safety Tips

• 🚫 The attackers fled without the laptop.
• ⚠️ Security expert Bob Strang advises meeting in public places for online sales and avoiding inviting strangers to your home.
• 🗺️ Facebook Marketplace provides safety tips, including recommendations for public meeting locations.
• 🔍 The bear spray used in the attack was recovered and is being used as evidence to track down the suspects.