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.
Chicago Garbage Collector Shoots Two Robbers Outside Chicago School, Killing One
CHICAGO, IL — A legally armed garbage collector defended himself against two armed robbers outside an elementary school on Friday...
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Fire Investigator Holds Attacker at Gunpoint After Mobile Home Fires in Seffner, FL
HILLSBOROUGH, FL — A fire investigator was forced to draw his firearm in self-defense after being attacked at the scene...
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Manteca, CA Council Member Shoots Stepson in Self-Defense During Violent Confrontation
MANTECA, CA — A Manteca City Council member shot his adult stepson in what police say appears to be a...
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Knoxville Man Shot After Smashing Car Window, Attacking Owner with Golf Club
KNOXVILLE, TN — A man was shot early Thursday morning after allegedly smashing a car window and attacking the vehicle's...
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Battle Creek Police Disarm 5-Year-Old Who Answered Door With Knife, Then Loaded Handgun
BATTLE CREEK, MI — A potentially tragic situation unfolded on Saturday, January 25, when a Battle Creek Police cadet disarmed...
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Homeowner Stops Violent Home Invasion with Defensive Gun Use After Intruder Kicks In Front Door
RIO RANCHO, NM — Late on the night of January 25, 2025, a Rio Rancho homeowner acted decisively to protect...
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Armed Patron Stops Robbery at Louisiana Bar Despite Gun-Free Zone Sign, Faces No Charges
MARRERO, LA — An armed patron at a Marrero bar and grill intervened during an early morning armed robbery, shooting...
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Brother Fatally Shoots Sibling in Self-Defense During Family Dispute in Houston
HOUSTON, TX — A family dispute turned deadly early on January 22, 2025, when a man shot and killed his...
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Homeowner Uses Firearm to Stop Man in Front-End Loader Destroying Vehicles and Attempting to Ram Their Home
GARLAND, ME — In a shocking pre-dawn incident on January 14, 2025, a homeowner in Garland used a firearm to...
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Armed Robbery Attempt at Houston Strip Mall Ends in Fatal Shooting
HOUSTON, TX — A robbery attempt at a business located in a strip mall at 1570 South Dairy Ashford Road...
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Concealed Carrier Shoots Pot Dealer After Confrontation Turns Violent in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL — A concealed carry license holder shot a man during a confrontation on Chicago’s South Side on Tuesday...
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Laurel County Self-Defense Shooting Highlights Why You Should Always Have a Backup Gun
LAUREL COUNTY, KY — A potential self-defense shooting is under investigation after an incident on the evening of January 13,...
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