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.
Domestic Assault Ends in Gunfire: Man Shot in Apparent Act of Self-Defense
SAMPSON COUNTY, NC — Deputies with the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a domestic violence incident in which a...
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Shed Hunter Faces Off with Charging Grizzly, Drops It with One Shot
DUPUYER, MT — A shed hunter in north-central Montana was forced to defend himself on Friday when a charging grizzly bear...
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Stranger Shattered Child’s Bedroom Window—Then This Georgia Dad Grabbed His Gun and Took Action
BUTTS COUNTY, GA — A late-night home invasion on April 14 ended without injury after a local father used his firearm...
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Attempted Draw from the Drop Ends in Fatal Shooting Outside Cincinnati Liquor Store
CORRYVILLE, OH — A deadly encounter outside a liquor store in Cincinnati underscores the severe risk involved in trying to...
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Armed Bystander Ends Shooting at Easter Egg Hunt, but Not Before Church Deacon Killed Protecting Others
GULFPORT, MS — A family Easter egg hunt organized by Empowerment Ministries Christian Center turned tragic on Saturday when a...
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Road Rage Escalates: Man Opens Driver’s Door, Punches Driver Before Being Shot
YORKTOWN, VA — A road rage incident that began on a busy highway escalated into a physical confrontation and ended...
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Armed Confrontation with Car Burglars Leaves Homeowner Wounded in Driveway Shootout
NASHVILLE, TN — A 23-year-old man is recovering after being shot early Monday morning during a confrontation with suspected car...
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Concealed Carrier Injured in Early Morning Shootout with Suspected Carjackers in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL — A concealed-carry license holder was injured in a shootout with two suspects during an attempted carjacking early...
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Florida Man Holds AC Unit Thief at Gunpoint After Firing Warning Shot with Shotgun
CLAY COUNTY, FL — An early morning confrontation in a Clay County neighborhood ended with a homeowner holding a suspect...
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Michigan Homeowner Shoots Intruder in Neck During Early Morning Break-In
JACKSON, MI — A 47-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot while allegedly attempting to break into a...
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Armed Father Stops Active Shooter Threat After Daughter Targeted by Roommate
FRANKLIN COUNTY, FL — A Franklin County man is being praised for his quick and courageous actions after he intervened to...
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Homeowner Fires Warning Shot at Car Burglary Suspects, Prompting Return Gunfire
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A vehicle burglary escalated into a dangerous exchange of gunfire after a homeowner fired a warning shot...
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