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Suspected Burglar Shot and Killed By Armed Resident
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — A suspected burglar was shot and killed after he allegedly kicked down the door of a resident’s apartment one morning last month, according to KSAT.
KSAT shared this report:
According to an SAPD spokesperson, an apartment resident said a man kicked down the door in an attempt to burglarize it. Since the door was bolted, police said, that man had to use immense force to kick down the door.
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[WATCH] Man Shoots Moose With Glock After Attack
It’s amazing what you can find on the internet.
In the video shared below, you will find a man riding a snowmobile who is charged by a moose. He’s eventually forced to defend himself with his sidearm, which just happens to be a Glock.
Glock nerds, rejoice.
In all seriousness, this guy was put into a pretty precarious situation. Before he eventually takes the moose’s life, he goes through a whole playbook to get the thing to leave of its own accord.
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Shooting In Salt Lake City May Have Been Act Of Self-Defense
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — A shooting that occurred last month in Salt Lake City is now being examined as an act of self-defense.
The original incident occurred on December 27th, at just before 2:50 p.m., according to ABC4.
The incident occurred at an apartment complex in the 900 block of Main Street. Police responded to the location after multiple calls, finding a man armed with a handgun and another person shot.
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Man Dies In Truck After Dog Steps On Rifle, Setting It Off
WELLINGTON, KANSAS — A man is dead because of an accidental discharge involving a dog, according to reports.
According to KSNT, an unnamed man was shot while riding in the passenger’s seat of a pickup truck when a dog in the back stepped on a rifle, somehow getting either itself or something else in the back of the truck into the trigger guard.
First responders attempted to save the man’s life, but he was later pronounced dead at the scene.
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College Basketball Coach Accused Of Murder, Claims Self-Defense
HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA — A college basketball coach has been charged with the murder of a 29-year-old man who was shot and killed Dec. 29.
The woman accused, Kashonna Jenae Strong, has claimed that the shooting was in self-defense.
According to Huntsville police, shots were heard at around 5:20 p.m. the day of the shooting. Police arrived and, after an initial investigation, arrested Strong for the death of Antonio Robinson, 29, Pop Culture reported.
One Dead, One In Custody In Attempted Home Invasion In Alabama
WINSON COUNTY, ALABAMA — A suspect is dead and another is in custody after an attempted home invasion in Winson County, Alabama.
The incident occurred December 13th at a residence on County Road 21 in Poplar Springs, according to WBRC.
The two suspects entered the home at the location, according to law enforcement. One of the suspects allegedly struck a resident with a handgun and then opened fire. A resident then shot and killed the suspect.
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What Is Constitutional Carry?
Half of the United States are constitutional carry states, if you count by state rather than by population.
But what is constitutional carry? Is it actually a good thing? We’re going to take a look at these questions below.
What Is Constitutional Carry?
Constitutional carry, as an idea, is the recognition of the fact the United States Constitution is all one needs to keep and bear arms as spelled out in the Second Amendment, and that the Second Amendment’s protections should cover the right to concealed carry.
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Man And Woman Found Burglarizing Cars… Woman Shot, Man Bolts
HOUSTON, TEXAS — A burglary suspect was shot and killed by a homeowner in Houston.
The incident occurred Monday, December 12th at around 3:45 a.m., according to Alaska News Source. Houston Police responded to a shooting call and found an unconscious woman in a ditch. The woman and a male accomplice had been burglarizing vehicles in the area, according to witnesses.
A homeowner shot the woman and the male suspect fled the area.
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Woman Tells Burglar to Rob Home, Gets Charged With His Murder
St. LOUIS, MISSOURI — A St. Louis man shot and killed a burglar last month, and prosecutors have declined to charge him with a crime, as it was a self-defense shooting.
They had no problem, however, charging the woman who helped organize that burglary with her comrade’s death.
According to KTVI, officers arrived at the St. Louis home to find burglar Katrell McCurry neither conscious or breathing, having been shot multiple times.
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72-Year-Old Man Thwarts Home Invasion With Gun
BEDFORD COUNTY, PA — A suspect was shot and killed by a homeowner during a home invasion attempt, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
The incident occurred Saturday, December 10th at around 3 a.m., on Shoups Branch Road in Liberty Township, accordig to WTAJ. State Police received a 911 call by the homeowner, an unnamed 72-year-old male, of an attempted assault and home invasion.
At one point, the call was disconnected. Upon re-connection of the call, police learned of a shooting at the location.
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What the Hell’s a Tactical Pen?
Let’s be real. “Tactical Pen” is a weird name.
Maybe you just got one for Christmas. Maybe you think it could possibly serve you as a self defense tool. Maybe you heard someone make reference to one and wondered What the hell is that?
Whatever your reasons, it’s time you learned exactly what the hell a tactical pen is.
Simply put, a tactical pen is a personal protection tool capable of multiple functions.
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How Often Should You Clean Your Concealed Carry Handgun?
How often should you clean your every day carry handgun?
In a perfect world, each of us is cleaning our concealed carry firearm when we wake up every morning, all throughout the day, and one last time right before we tuck into bed at night.
That’s not how the world works. Here’s how often we should be cleaning our concealed carry handguns in real life.
How often should I clean it?
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Top Concealed Carry Locations for Women
As concealed carry grows in popularity, more and more women are taking part of the every day carry lifestyle.
Where do women carry concealed firearms? A 2021 survey by The Well Armed Woman sought to find that out, and the answers might surprise you.
There are nine carry locations included in the survey results. The most popular one is inside the waistband carry, which appears to comfortably be the most popular option across the board.
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Grayson County Resident Fatally Shoots Home Invasion Suspect
GRAYSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA — A suspect in an attempted home invasion is dead after he was fatally shot by the home owner.
A Facebook post on the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office page gave details of the incident that occurred Tuesday, December 6th. The break-in and shooting occurred in the 1000 block of Mount Zion road in Elk Creek. The suspect, identified as 41 year old Samuel Craig Cheeks, allegedly broke in though a bedroom window.
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Merry Christmas To All!
We hope that you all enjoy a very Merry Christmas with family and friends.
We’ll be back tomorrow!
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Armed Citizen Shoots 2 Of 3 Suspects During Incident At Mall
CHICAGO RIDGE, ILLINOIS — Police say a person with a concealed carry permit shot two people outside a restaurant at Chicago Ridge Mall. The incident happened Thursday evening.
Around 8:20pm, a couple was getting into their vehicle in the parking lot when they were approached by three men. The man getting into the car, a concealed carry permit holder, fired multiple rounds at the three men.
Two of the three men were struck by gunfire.
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How Many People Are Carrying Guns Without a Permit?
While we might be able to do things like track the number of issued carry permits in a given state, not a lot is known about what’s actually taking place on the ground every day.
The American Journal of Public Health is trying to change that a little bit at a time, and part of a recent study shed some light on how many people carry without a permit.
The answer might surprise you.
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Is Ammunition A Good Christmas Present?
It’s hard to figure out a good gift option for the person that has everything in your life.
It’s fun to shop for someone with a shared interest, and while there are a lot of options for a firearms aficionado, few options are as inherently and immediately valuable as ammo.
Can Ammunition Be a Gift?
The short answer is that it depends, but mostly yes! Ammunition sales are significantly less-regulated than firearms sales, with some exceptions.
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Home Invasion Suspect Stopped By Multiple Armed Neighbors
ST. CHARLES, MICHIGAN — A St. Charles man is in custody after he was confronted by armed citizens after he attempted a home invasion, according to police.
The incident took place Friday, November 25th at around 7:33 am. The suspect, identified as a 32-year-old man, was reported to be causing a disturbance, jumping on top of a vehicle at one point. The suspect then forced his way into a residence occupied by a 41-year-old woman and her 13 and 9-year-old children.
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Woman Shot For No Reason During Armed Carjacking
Gas stations are a place where bad things happen, and we see it all the time in the articles and videos that we put out there. Being on alert while at the pump is important, whether you’re in a “good” part of town or not.
A woman was pumping gas when two men came up to her and announced a robbery. She seems to comply but before they take off with her vehicle, they shoot her, striking her in the arm.
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