Defensive Use of Firearms

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Texas Father Shoots Would-Be Carjackers, Saves Children Inside Vehicle

Texas Father Shoots Would-Be Carjackers, Saves Children Inside Vehicle

Fearing for the safety of his family, the father fired at the suspects through a window.

VIDEO: ‘He Shot My Arm Off,’ Wounded Robber Screams Out After Shotgun-Wielding Store Owner Lands One 

VIDEO: ‘He Shot My Arm Off,’ Wounded Robber Screams Out After Shotgun-Wielding Store Owner Lands One 

“I’m proud to call him my boss,” Marnie told CBSLA. “He makes us feel better about being here, you know.” 

Virginia Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man During Home Invasion

Virginia Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man During Home Invasion

A homeowner shot and killed a man who was trying to force his way into a home in York County, Virginia, the Daily Press reports.

93-Year-Old Man Fatally Shoots One of Several Suspected Burglars

93-Year-Old Man Fatally Shoots One of Several Suspected Burglars

A 93-year-old California man fatally shot a burglary suspect late last month, local media reports.

Hero Responded to Mall Shooter in 15 Seconds, Put 8 of 10 Rounds on Target at 40 Yards!

Hero Responded to Mall Shooter in 15 Seconds, Put 8 of 10 Rounds on Target at 40 Yards!

After watching surveillance footage of the incident, investigators said that the 22-year-old responded to the threat within 15 seconds after the shooting began.  

Robbery Suspect on a Crime Spree Terminated by Armed Customer at St. Charles QuikTrip

Robbery Suspect on a Crime Spree Terminated by Armed Customer at St. Charles QuikTrip

The robbery suspect, who was fatally wounded during the incident, has been identified by KSDK 5 News as Lance Bush from St. Louis City.

Seattle Resident Fatally Shoots Alleged Burglar, Neighbor Wonders Why Perp Wasn't Shot 'Below the legs'

Seattle Resident Fatally Shoots Alleged Burglar, Neighbor Wonders Why Perp Wasn’t Shot ‘Below the legs’

SPD detectives are investigating the deadly shooting which appears to have happened when a homeowner shot and killed a suspected burglar. 

‘Extremely Intoxicated’ College Student Enters Wrong House, Fatally Shot By Homeowner  

‘Extremely Intoxicated’ College Student Enters Wrong House, Fatally Shot By Homeowner  

Tezeno then approached the homeowner, who responded by firing a shot at the ground, “like a warning shot,” according to the Sheriff. 

Arizona Homeowner Shoots, Kills Two Intruders

Arizona Homeowner Shoots, Kills Two Intruders

The men that were shot were identified by authorities as Jairo Perez, 20, and Jose Gutierrez, 24. 

Florida Homeowner Shoots One of Two Burglars  

Florida Homeowner Shoots One of Two Burglars  

Investigators say the two suspects were entering the home when the victim fired, hitting one of them. The other suspect ran away before police arrived.