Sad story, and hope justice is served on the perpetrators. Although the story suggests cycling is a risk for being shot, if you watch The Godfather you'd think driving would be a risk for being assassinated. You have to evaluate your commuter route and make a decision for yourself. I don't think I'd go down a street with a lot of drunks and homeless folks, but my route feels pretty safe to me. I'd feel more in danger if I carried a firearm, because with going over railroad tracks, potholes, etc. I wouldn't be sure it would NOT go off accidentally.