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.
Man Shot Dead After Breaking Into Ex-Girlfriend’s Boyfriend’s Home in Nashville
NASHVILLE, TN — A 22-year-old man was fatally shot early Thursday morning after allegedly forcing his way into a home in...
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Florida Sheriff After Homeowner Shoots Intruder: “Expect to Get Shot”
NASSAUVILLE, FL — A late-night attempted home burglary ended with gunfire on Clearwater Road last Wednesday when a Nassau County...
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Carjacking Attempt Foiled: Florida Man Shoots Two of Four Gunmen
JACKSONVILLE, FL — A late-night attempted armed robbery ended with two suspects wounded and all four in custody after a...
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Armed Robbery at Tennessee Exxon Ends With Suspect Dead After Shooting
LAKELAND, TN — Deputies with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office responded early Monday morning to an armed robbery in progress...
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Mother Cleared After Pulling Gun Outside York School as Prosecutors Say She Acted in Self-Defense
YORK, PA — Authorities have concluded their investigation into a confrontation between two parents outside E.F. Smith School in York,...
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Concealed Carry Holder Shoots Armed Robbery Suspect in Chicago’s Belmont Cragin Neighborhood
CHICAGO, IL — A concealed carry permit holder defended himself during an early morning attempted robbery in the Belmont Cragin...
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Suspect Killed, Another Critically Wounded in Defensive Shooting During South St Petersburg Robbery Attempt
ST PETERSBURG, FL — On the evening of Friday, January 23, 2026, a defensive shooting occurred during an attempted armed...
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Armed Homeowner Fatally Shoots Intruder Forcing Entry into Buckeye Residence
BUCKEYE, AZ — A home invasion turned deadly Sunday night when an armed resident shot and killed an intruder who...
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Aunt Stops Violent Assault on Niece With Fatal Shot, Learns Attacker Was Her Nephew
BELLEVILLE, IL — A family dispute turned fatal Monday night when a woman shot and killed a man who was...
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66-Year-Old Texas Man Intervenes in Domestic Disturbance, Fatally Shoots Armed Aggressor
KILLEEN, TX — A domestic disturbance turned deadly on Sunday afternoon after a bystander fatally shot a man who was reportedly...
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Alabama Man Killed, Bystander Hurt by Stray Bullet in Huntsville Shooting After Early Morning Fight
HUNTSVILLE, AL — A fight early Sunday morning ended with one man dead and another injured when gunfire erupted on Posey...
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Los Angeles Man Disarms Alleged Attacker, Fatally Shoots Him — Then Gets Arrested
LOS ANGELES, CA — A suspected armed robbery in the Winnetka neighborhood of Los Angeles turned deadly Saturday afternoon when...
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