Do not run; unless you are a world class sprinter and are 100% sure you can outpace your newly found companion to a truly safe place.
If an attacker catches up with you with your back to him, you are at a total disadvantage. He may stab you, knock you off your feet etc. If you are running flat out and sense he is going to catch up, suddenly stop, turn and engage you are at a reactive disadvantage, maybe off balance, etc. He knows what he is going to do at that point and may rush you with a knife or other weapon.
You may also run headlong into someone else in ambush.
Move away, attempt to make distance maybe. Run - no
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