Author: Gunner Quinn

JWR’s Introductory Note: This is an expanded edition of a piece that I posted in SurvivalBlog in November, 2005. I have added more excerpts to bring it from 730 words to 2,300 words, to provide better context on his times, surroundings, and circumstances. — My paternal grandfather, Ernest Everett Rawles (1897-1985), was a largely self-educated man. Coming from a pioneer family (his father and grandfather came out west by covered wagon in 1857), he had a profoundly practical outlook on life. Ernest grew up on a 6,000-acre sheep ranch near Boonville, in the Anderson Valley of Mendocino County, California. Part…

Pueblo Rico police have charged 37-year-old Kalel Jorell Martínez Bristol with first-degree murder following the death of Kevin Mares, a 25-year-old tourist from New York, who was shot while enjoying a night out in the seaside neighborhood of La Perla. Martínez reportedly turned himself in to authorities after allegedly firing a gun during a dispute, inadvertently striking Mares, who was an innocent bystander. This tragic incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in La Perla, a community known for its association with the hit song “Despacito.” The area has seen violent encounters with tourists in recent years, including stabbings and another homicide…

On August 16, 1777, militiamen of Vermont’s Green Mountain Boys, the New Hampshire Militia, and volunteers from Massachusetts defeated British forces at the Battle of Bennington, during the American Revolutionary War.  From the InfoGalactic Wiki: “The Bennington flag is a version of the U.S. flag associated with the American Revolution Battle of Bennington, from which it derives its name. Its distinguishing feature is the inclusion of a large ’76’ in the canton, a reference to the year 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was signed.” — On August 16th, 1841, President John Tyler vetoed a second attempt by Congress to…

A 29-year-old man, Carlos Fernandez, succumbed to injuries after being shot by Laredo police early Friday morning amid a series of violent assaults. The police received multiple calls starting just after 3 a.m. reporting Fernandez’s aggressive behavior, including an attack on a victim with a bottle and a suspected vehicle burglary in the area. Officers attempted to de-escalate the situation when they located Fernandez, who fled on foot while holding an object wrapped in cloth. After he allegedly pointed the item at officers, one officer fired their weapon, striking him. Following the incident, the officer involved is on administrative reassignment,…

Police in San Diego are investigating a false email that triggered fears of an active shooter and led to a brief lockdown of the Central Jail. The email, received by a local business, warned of purported gunfire at a FedEx storefront shortly before noon, causing multiple police units to rush to the scene in the busy commercial area near 600 C Street. Authorities quickly determined there was no threat to the public and issued an all-clear within about 15 minutes. As investigations continue into the source of the misleading email, it remains unclear if the report was a mistake or…

NYPD detectives are interviewing the mother of a 16-year-old girl who was shot in the head inside their Lower East Side apartment, as they search for a man who fled the scene shortly after the incident. The shooting occurred around 3:30 p.m. Thursday, and the injured teenager is currently recovering at Bellevue Hospital, while the apartment remains a crime scene with police collecting evidence. Witnesses described the mother as “highly uncooperative” following the shooting, reportedly calling 911 herself. Police are investigating the circumstances leading to the gunfire and have recovered a bullet casing and narcotics from the apartment. Authorities believe…

Newly released video shows 32-year-old Gregory Timm shooting a 68-year-old man in a wheelchair along Seattle’s waterfront, raising serious concerns over public safety. The incident occurred in late July when Timm, reportedly angry over the victim’s alleged false claims of veteran status, pulled out a gun and fired it, hitting the victim in the chest. As Timm faces felony assault charges and is held on $750,000 bail, court records reveal that the victim was in possession of an airsoft gun at the time. This incident is particularly alarming considering Timm’s troubled past, which includes a previous conviction linked to a…

Arkansas legislators are reevaluating Second Amendment rights in state parks after a tragic double homicide at Devil’s Den on July 26. During a recent meeting, state leaders expressed concern about the potential lifting of firearm restrictions in these areas, as State Police Director Col. Mike Hagar highlighted the ongoing dialogue surrounding public safety and gun laws in the wake of the incident. Col. Hagar argues that permitting more responsible gun ownership could enhance community safety, stating, “the more good people that we have with weapons… the better that we all are.” Despite contrasting data showing states with stricter gun laws…

A Duval County jury finds Jamal Moreland Jr. guilty of Attempted First-Degree Murder and Attempted Armed Robbery, stemming from a shooting incident that occurred after a date. The case garnered attention after it was revealed that the altercation took place following a dispute about who would pay for dinner, ultimately leading to Moreland demanding money from his date under threat of violence. On February 19, 2023, Moreland shot at his date after an argument over the bill escalated. Following a failed attempt to solicit $45 via text, the victim returned to Moreland’s car, where he was met with gunfire. Miraculously,…

The number of concealed carry licenses in Washington state is rising sharply following the recent approval of a new gun permit law. This legal change has triggered a notable surge in applications, reflecting a growing trend among residents seeking to acquire the right to carry firearms concealed. As interest in concealed carry permits escalates, state officials report a significant uptick in licensing numbers, prompting discussions about the implications for public safety and gun control measures. This trend represents a noteworthy shift in the state’s approach to firearm laws and raises questions about the social and political impacts of increased concealed…