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.
Textbook Home Defense: Home Invader Shot Dead By Homeowner
SANDY SPRINGS, GA. - A home invasion in Sandy Springs culminated in the intruder being shot and killed by the...
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Armed Employee Kills Armed Robber In Philadelphia Restaurant Robbery
PHILADELPHIA, PA - Two men attempted to rob a pizza restaurant in Philadelphia in early November, but were foiled by...
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CCL Holder and Attempted Robber Get Into Shootout in Chicago’s North Side
CHICAGO, IL - A potential robbery in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood escalated into a gunfight early Tuesday morning, with the intended...
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Separate Homeowners Each Detain a Suspect at Gunpoint After Heroin-Fueled Police Chase
MACON COUNTY, IL - In a remarkable display of responsible firearm use and community vigilance, two armed homeowners in Illinois...
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Chicago Liquor Store Clerk Opens Fire On Armed Robbers
CHICAGO, IL - Two armed robbers were chased out of Chicago-area liquor store by an armed clerk in early November,...
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Samaritan Who Shot At NYC Subway Mugger Out On Bail
NEW YORK, NY - A good samaritan who fired a shot at a mugger in the NYC subway remains out...
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Carjacker Shot Multiple Times After Choosing Wrong Victim’s Car in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, LA – A carjacking attempt was thwarted early on January 26 when the intended victim, exercising his right...
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Concealed Carry Holder Involved in Shootout Over His Stolen Car in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL - A dramatic shootout in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood, which escalated over a stolen car, has raised serious concerns...
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Concealed Carrier Shoots in Self-Defense During Philadelphia Road Rage Incident
PHILADELPHIA, PA - In a harrowing road rage incident in Philadelphia's Juniata Park neighborhood, a concealed carry permit holder was...
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Pennsylvania Man Who Shot Dog Attacking Cat Not Charged
YORK COUNTRY, PA - In a recent incident in York County, a man's decision to shoot a dog attacking his...
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Mountain Home Intruder Shot with .22 Rifle: Home Defense with a Smaller Caliber
MOUNTAIN HOME, AR - In a recent home invasion incident in Mountain Home, Arkansas, a homeowner successfully defended their property...
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Victim Fatally Shoots Suspect, Critically Wounds Another, While Sustaining Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound
WICHITA FALLS, TX - A reported attempted robbery at Country Park Apartments has resulted in a fatal shooting, leaving one...
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