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Buying spree a reaction to Sandy Hook shooting.

The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that sales of bulletproof backpacks for kids are soaring. The demand has surged after the mass murder of kids and teachers at a Connecticut elementary school last week.

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By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)
Catholic Online (https://www.catholic.org)
12/20/2012 (1 decade ago)

Published in U.S.

Keywords: Bulletproof backpack

ORLANDO, FL (Catholic Online) - Bullet Blocker's vice president, Elmar Uy said they normally sell 10-15 packs per week, but since last week, they have been selling from 50 to 100 per day.

There are several companies that sell similar items, all pledging to stop a bullet in the event of a rampage.

The backpacks retail between $200 and $500 and weigh less than a pound. They are often made of military-grade materials.

The entire concept is a tragedy in itself.

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