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Hey Grant, there is another extensive thread about this exact topic. Check it out and join in the discussion.
Waffle House Shooting (Good Guy Wins)
Waffle House Patron Shoots, Kills Armed Robber If you're not in the Upstate chances are you haven't heard of this story. A CWP holder in Spartanburg county stopped an armed robbery at a Waffle House Killing one suspect. It's good to see the growing support of concealed carry, especially in the Upstate, after the Spartanburg Country Sheriff publicly encouraged citizens to arm themselves.
In an interview the Sheriff said the CWP holder drew his gun and ordered the two robbers to drop their weapons and put their hands up. He only fired after one of the suspects pointed their gun at him. What would you have done in this situation? I can't say with total certainty that I would have given the suspects an opportunity to surrender. Ideally you would want to be able to do anything you can before being forced to pull the trigger. While offering to let the robber surrender you are also putting yourself more in jeopardy. I guess it just depends on the situation and if you feel like you are on target and ready to fire if any further threats or advancements are made.
It, without a doubt, was a tough call to make, but when it comes down to it it's either them or me. He really showed restraint considering how tight of a space they were in and how limited cover there was. Just curious to your thoughts on the situation and how you might have reacted. Thanks for the input. You can read the article here.
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Hey Grant, there is another extensive thread about this exact topic. Check it out and join in the discussion.
Waffle House Shooting (Good Guy Wins)
“The fundamental force behind the Second Amendment is to empower the people and give them the greatest measure of authority over the tyranny of runaway government.” U.S. Rep. Bob Schaffer, 2002
I live within 20 minutes of this location and have followed it rather closely.
“The fundamental force behind the Second Amendment is to empower the people and give them the greatest measure of authority over the tyranny of runaway government.” U.S. Rep. Bob Schaffer, 2002
Question for you RailRoad Man.
Does this Waffle House have a no weapons sign?
I have seen non-conforming signs on Waffle Houses.
Nice to know if Sheriff Wright ignored a sign.
That I'm not sure of.Originally Posted by Blueridge:263578
“The fundamental force behind the Second Amendment is to empower the people and give them the greatest measure of authority over the tyranny of runaway government.” U.S. Rep. Bob Schaffer, 2002
Also, legit sign or not, obviously the armed robber didn't give it any attention. The usual saying still applies, "criminals are not going to follow the law anyway regardless of signs".That I'm not sure of.
“The fundamental force behind the Second Amendment is to empower the people and give them the greatest measure of authority over the tyranny of runaway government.” U.S. Rep. Bob Schaffer, 2002
Thanks for the reply. I'll check it out
That's a good question on the sign... Would be nice to know if SCSO is disregarding improper signs. The last time I was in one they didn't have any signage posted legal or otherwise. From what I can tell it's fair game to carry at WH.
I like the Spartanburg's Sheriff...Very smart guy! Very pro-gun!
Yeah. We need more sheriffs and politicians like him.
“The fundamental force behind the Second Amendment is to empower the people and give them the greatest measure of authority over the tyranny of runaway government.” U.S. Rep. Bob Schaffer, 2002
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