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.
Houston Homeowner Fatally Shoots Suspected Burglar Upon Return Home
HOUSTON, TX — A suspected burglar was shot and killed Monday afternoon outside a residence in Houston after the homeowners...
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This North Carolina Shooting Highlights the Importance of Knowing Self-Defense Laws
SPRING HOPE, NC — A North Carolina man has been arrested after he allegedly fired multiple rounds at a vehicle,...
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Florida Man Shoots Armed Suspect Who Followed Him Home from Nightclub
JACKSONVILLE, FL — A man defended himself early Sunday morning after realizing he had been followed home from a nightclub....
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Houston Auto Shop Owner Shoots Alleged Intruder During Overnight Confrontation
HOUSTON, TX — A business owner in north Houston shot a man suspected of attempting to break into a mechanic...
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Arizona Man Fatally Shot After Allegedly Making Threatening Movement Toward Armed Individual
GLENDALE, AZ — A late-night altercation in a Glendale neighborhood ended in gunfire, leaving one man dead, according to local...
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Parking Dispute in Reading, PA Ends in Stabbing and Defensive Shooting
READING, PA — A dispute over a parking space in Reading took a violent turn Wednesday night, leaving one man...
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Do Armed Civilians Really Stop Mass Shootings? This Study Has the Answer
Recent research from the Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC) provides compelling evidence that legally armed civilians play a crucial role in stopping...
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Security Guard Shoots and Kills Burglary Suspect Who Crashed Car Into West LA Dispensary
LOS ANGELES, CA — A burglary suspect was shot and killed by a security guard early Monday morning after he crashed...
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Los Angeles Man Fatally Shoots Brother to Stop Baseball Bat Attack on Elderly Mother
LOS ANGELES, CA — A man shot and killed his brother in a Beverly Grove home Friday afternoon after witnessing...
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Homeowner Shoots Two of Three Intruders, Killing One in Grand Terrace Home Invasion
GRAND TERRACE, CA — A homeowner in Grand Terrace defended himself against multiple intruders on Tuesday night, resulting in one...
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Armed Citizen Shoots Suspect that Drew Airsoft Pistol on Employee at O’Reilly Auto Parts
TERRE HAUTE, IN — A legally armed citizen stepped in to defend an O’Reilly Auto Parts employee after a suspect,...
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Illinois Concealed Carrier Cleared in Fatal Self-Defense Shooting Over Parking Spot Dispute Outside Bar
GLENWOOD, IL — A fatal shooting that took place outside a Glenwood bar on February 23, 2025, has been ruled...
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