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 Fatally Shot After Forcibly Entering Apartment Despite Restraining Order
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — A fatal shooting occurred at the Arbor Lakes Apartments on Sunday, resulting in the death of...
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Florida Homeowner Fatally Shoots Intruder, Who Turns Out to be the Husband of The Woman He Was With
TAYLOR COUNTY, FL — One man is dead after breaking into a home on Osteen Road in Perry, according to...
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Juvenile Shoots Stepfather to Protect Mother from Assault in Lillian, Texas
LILLIAN, TX — In a tragic turn of events, a juvenile in North Texas shot and killed his 48-year-old stepfather...
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Neighbor Shoots Stabbing Suspect and Accidentally Shoots Boyfriend During Domestic Violence Incident in Portland
PORTLAND, OR — A violent domestic dispute in north Portland escalated when a neighbor intervened, resulting in two men being...
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Resident Startled by Intruder After Returning Home at 1 AM, Fatally Shoots Suspect
DENVER, CO — Early Sunday morning, an intruder was shot and killed by a resident at an apartment near the...
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Homeowner Fends Off Multiple Intruders in Tupelo, Mississippi During Home Invasion
TUPELO, MS — A home invasion on Monday night in Tupelo ended with the homeowner successfully defending himself and his...
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Omaha Homeowner Shoots Former Roommate Acting Erratically in Self-Defense
OMAHA, NE — Omaha police have identified Nicholas Gomez, 40, as the man killed in a shooting early Tuesday at...
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Armed Security Guard Halts Hammer-Wielding Intruder in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — On Sunday, July 14, around 4 a.m., the Colorado Springs Police Department responded to reports of...
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Stepson Fatally Shoots Mother’s Armed Ex-Boyfriend Who Broke In w/ Axe Despite Protection Orders
ORION TOWNSHIP, MI — An armed intruder, identified as 67-year-old Galen Gavitt of Unionville, was fatally shot by his ex-girlfriend’s...
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Man Fatally Shoots Attacker After Being Punched and Robbed While Playing Pokémon Go
ANDERSON, IN — A deadly shooting in downtown Anderson on Monday evening may be justified under Indiana's self-defense laws, according...
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Florida Man Uses Backup Gun to Shoot Robber After Primary Gun is Stolen
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FL — A fatal shooting at Forest Creek Apartments in Escambia County, Florida, has been ruled a "Stand Your...
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Pennsylvania Man Fatally Shot After Pepper Spraying Family in Road Rage Incident
Harrisburg, PA – The Dauphin County District Attorney, Fran Chardo, announced that no criminal charges will be filed in the...
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