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 Killed After Blocking Co-Worker’s Car and Pulling Gun; Shooter Not Charged Due to Self-Defense
ROCK HILL, S.C. – A woman was killed on Wednesday afternoon after an altercation escalated into a shooting, but the...
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Suspect Fleeing Hit-and-Run Fatally Shot by Armed Homeowner in Longview, TX
Longview, TX - On June 16, 2024, a series of events in Longview, Texas, ended with the fatal shooting of...
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Suspect Shot and Killed During Home Break-In in Commerce City, CO
COMMERCE CITY, CO – A suspect was shot and killed during a home break-in early Friday morning, according to the...
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Resident Fatally Shoots Intruder with Shotgun After Pursuit into Bedroom at Mobile Home Park
MALTA, NY – Police have identified the man shot and killed in a mobile home park incident as Kurt M....
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Neighbor Fatally Shoots Aggressive Dog to Save Owner in Maryland
TAKOMA PARK, Md. (DC News Now) – Early Tuesday morning, a Takoma Park neighborhood was shaken after a woman was...
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MMA Fighter Shannon “The Cannon” Shoots Man with Knife in Self-Defense After Parking Spot Confrontation
PHOENIX, AZ – A parking-related dispute in the parking lot of a north Phoenix Twin Peaks ended in tragedy when...
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Homeowner Holds Intruder at Gunpoint After He Walked Into His Home And Stabbed His Daughter’s 11-Year-Old Friend
PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, MI – In the early hours of Saturday morning, a homeowner in Plainfield Township held an intruder at...
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Homeowner Shoots Suspected Burglar in the Hand After Confronting Him While Breaking Into His Shed
SHERMAN, TX - A homeowner shot a suspected burglar in Sherman on Monday afternoon, leading to the arrest of the...
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Shooting at Convenience Store Leaves One Dead, Another Seriously Injured: A Lesson on Overpenetration and Ammunition Choices
PONTIAC, MI - A shooting at a convenience store in Pontiac on Tuesday night left a man dead and his...
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Man Shot While Trying to Stop Car Break-In in Oak Forest, Illinois
OAK FOREST, IL - A man was shot while attempting to stop a car break-in in the south suburbs early...
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Oakland Homeowner Arrested After Shooting Robbery Suspect with Stolen Colt Python
OAKLAND, CA - A 77-year-old homeowner was arrested after shooting and killing a robbery suspect in East Oakland, prompting a...
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Homeowner Holds Suspect at Gunpoint After Firing Warning Shot in Air During Burglary Incident
ARCADIA, CA - A burglary suspect was held at gunpoint by a homeowner after a warning shot was fired into...
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