Suspect Armed with Pellet Gun Shot by Off-Duty Officer After Attempted Robbery and Driving Off with 13-Year-Old in Vehicle
BUFFALO, NY — An off-duty Niagara Falls police officer acted in self-defense after being confronted by...
Defensive Gun Uses
Explore real-life accounts of defensive gun use (DGU) incidents across the United States. Our comprehensive coverage highlights how responsible firearm owners have protected themselves and others, showcasing the vital role of firearms in personal defense. Stay informed with detailed stories that illustrate the importance of the Second Amendment and the practical applications of carrying a firearm for self-defense. Read on for the latest updates and in-depth analyses of defensive gun use cases, emphasizing the significance of being prepared and vigilant.
Truck Theft Suspect Shot After Brandishing Pistol, Drives Himself to Hospital
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA — In the early hours of Thursday, January 9, 2025, a vehicle theft...
Texas Homeowner Defends Family from Machete-Wielding Intruder
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — On the evening of Friday, January 3, 2025, officers responded to a...
Store Clerk Fatally Shoots Armed Robber Who Held Gun to His Head During Robbery Attempt
PAGELAND, SC — A violent robbery attempt at the Hwy. 9 Mini Mart & Tobacco store...
FAFO: Armed Teen Carjacker Shot by Armed Citizen at Red Roof Inn Motel
RALEIGH, N.C. — An attempted carjacking near the Red Roof Inn off Glenwood Avenue and Interstate...
Pregnant Mother Defends Herself and Children from Violent Ex-Partner, Father of Her Children, in Grovetown, Georgia
GROVETOWN, GA — On Monday, January 6, 2025, around 9:27 p.m., Grovetown police responded to reports...
Woman Fatally Shot After Forcing Entry Into Ex-Boyfriend’s Apartment
TUCSON, AZ — On January 4, 2025, Tucson police responded to a fatal shooting in the...
Armed Homeowner Fatally Shoots Intruder After Leaving House to Check His for Vehicle Damage
ENGLEWOOD, OH — A man attempting to break into a home on the 600 block of...
25-Year-Old Shoots Three Armed Boys, Ages 12 to 15, During Christmas Eve Robbery Attempt in Harris County, TX
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A robbery attempt by a group of teens on Christmas evening ended...
“This Is the State of Florida. If You Want to Break Into Someone’s Home, You Should Expect to Be Shot,” Sheriff Says After Homeowner Thwarts Invasion
BRADENTON, FL — A homeowner's quick thinking and preparedness turned a potentially deadly home invasion into...
Top 10 Defensive Gun Use Stories of 2024
2024 saw numerous defensive gun use (DGU) incidents that underscored the importance of responsible firearm ownership...
Neighbor Shoots Suspect After Mother and Child Flee to His Home During Break-In
SUMMERVILLE, SC — A Summerville homeowner stopped a burglary in progress Friday morning, protecting his neighbor...
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