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.
Intruder Shot After Kicking in Neighbor’s Door During Late-Night Confrontation in Boardman, OH
BOARDMAN, OH — A resident of an apartment complex on Shields Road was forced to defend himself early Tuesday morning...
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DoorDash Driver Indicted for Murder After Shooting Teen Who Tried to Steal His Car in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, NC — A DoorDash driver has been indicted on first-degree murder charges after fatally shooting a 15-year-old who allegedly...
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North Carolina Vape Store Worker Injured in Robbery; Suspect Shot While Fleeing
LINCOLNTON, NC — A vape shop employee and a suspect were injured after an armed robbery at a local business...
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Barbershop Owner Pistol-Whipped, Shoots Armed Robber Who Tried to Restrain Victims with Zip Ties
SAN ANTONIO, TX — A barbershop owner acted in self-defense when he shot and killed an armed robber who was...
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Philadelphia Man Shoots Two Armed 13-Year-Old Suspects Attempting to Steal His Car
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A man with a concealed carry permit shot two teenage suspects Tuesday evening as they attempted to...
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Armed Teen Stopped by Armed Pilot After Attempted Aircraft Hijacking in Texarkana
TEXARKANA, AR — A tense situation unfolded early Tuesday morning at Texarkana Regional Airport when an armed teenager attempted to...
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Nashville Man Fatally Shot After Alleged Assault and Threats; Self-Defense Claim Under Investigation
NASHVILLE, TN — A fatal shooting early Sunday morning is under investigation after a 19-year-old man claimed self-defense following a...
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Armed Driver Shoots and Kills Teen Who Pointed CO2 Rifle in Juneau, Alaska
JUNEAU, AK — A late-night confrontation between two drivers ended in a fatal shooting when a 24-year-old man shot and...
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Missouri Man Tells Intruder to Leave—Suspect Pretends to Comply, Then Grabs Firearm and Shoots Victim
DUENWEG, MO — A man was shot in the hand during a struggle over his own firearm after confronting an...
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Florida Homeowner Warned Intruder to Leave—When He Refused, He Shot Him in Self-Defense
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — A homeowner defended himself early Saturday morning after an intruder broke into his residence and refused...
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Fired Employee Retrieves AR-15, Stopped by Armed Security Before Entering Mississippi Chicken-Processing Plant
MOSSELLE, MS — A security guard at a Mississippi chicken-processing plant is being credited with stopping a potential mass shooting...
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Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Federal Handgun Sales Ban for 18-to-20-Year-Olds
NEW ORLEANS, LA — In a landmark ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has struck down...
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