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.
Woman Shoots Two Female Attackers in Self-Defense, Sending Both to the Hospital
CINCINNATI, OH — Two women were hospitalized after a shooting occurred in Avondale early Friday morning. According to Cincinnati police,...
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Woman Killed, Three Injured in Indianapolis Shootout Between Neighbors Over Fireworks Dispute
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — A Fourth of July celebration turned deadly on Indianapolis' near northwest side when a dispute between neighbors...
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Los Angeles Homeowner Shoots Intruder; Police Search for Additional Burglary Suspects
LOS ANGELES, CA — A homeowner in Valley Village shot an intruder during an attempted burglary on Monday afternoon, prompting...
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Armed Victim Defends Himself in Attempted Carjacking at Memphis Gas Station
MEMPHIS, TN — A dramatic shootout unfolded during an attempted carjacking at a BP Gas Station on East Shelby Drive...
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4th of July Home Invasion Attempt in Tucson, AZ Ends in Intruder being Fatally Shot
TUCSON, AZ - On July 4, 2024, a home invasion attempt ended in a fatal shooting in the 100 block...
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Rapper Lil Durk’s 10-Year-Old Son Shoots Stepfather During Domestic Dispute
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Chicago Rapper Lil Durk's 10-year-old son has been accused of shooting his stepfather, Joshua Pippens, during a...
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Intruder Fatally Shot by Homeowner in Tampa Burglary Incident
TAMPA, FL - An attempted burglary in Tampa's Palmetto Beach community ended in tragedy early this morning when a homeowner...
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Estranged Husband with Protective Order Shot After Pointing Gun at Wife at Tulsa Gas Station
TULSA, OK — A confrontation at a Tulsa gas station Monday night ended with a man being shot after he...
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San Antonio Homeowner Defends Himself and His Wife with A Shotgun Against Man Who Refused to Leave Property
SAN ANTONIO, TX — A shooting in San Antonio early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a man in...
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Concealed-Carry Holder Shoots 17-Year-Old Girl After Being Stabbed During Argument in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL — A 17-year-old girl was shot by a 26-year-old concealed-carry holder after allegedly stabbing the woman during a...
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Father Charged with Murder After Shooting Son Who “Attacked Him w/ Baseball Bat”
OLMSTED TOWNSHIP, OH — A 63-year-old father from Olmsted Township is facing murder charges after reportedly shooting his son in...
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Suspect Shot in the Face After Firing Shotgun into Crowd in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, FL - A man who allegedly fired a shotgun into a crowd of three people early Sunday morning was...
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