Author: Gunner Quinn
Since 2015, at least 135 unarmed Black individuals have been fatally shot by police officers in the United States, with roughly 75% of those officers being white. Notably, at least 15 officers involved in these shootings have faced multiple incidents without significant consequences, signifying a disturbing trend in law enforcement practices. Among the detailed cases reviewed, one shocking example includes the shooting of Nathaniel Pickett II, who was shot by a sheriff’s deputy in California despite being unarmed and compliant. NPR’s investigation sheds light on how systemic failures and hiring practices allow officers with troubling backgrounds to remain on the…
LAPD officers shot fewer individuals in 2022 compared to previous years, but the proportion of these encounters that turned deadly saw an alarming increase. Notably, 35% of those shot at by officers exhibited clear signs of mental distress, indicating a persistent challenge the department faces in handling such situations efficiently. Despite the overall decrease in shooting incidents, the rising fatality rate raises questions about police response protocols and mental health interventions. The data suggests that nearly one in four police shootings involved an individual in crisis, underscoring the need for targeted strategies to address mental health issues within law enforcement…
El Paso police officers arrest a man, identified as Angel Marin, on drug and gun charges following a traffic stop in the Lower Valley. During the stop on May 19, officers discover a firearm concealed between the driver’s seat and the armrest, while a police dog alerts them to marijuana packed tightly in tape, resembling a flat brick. After his arrest, Marin is booked into the El Paso County jail on charges of possession of marijuana and unlawful carrying of a weapon, with a combined bond of $1,500. He posts bond and is released the same day, raising questions about…
Recent statistics indicate that since the expiration of the assault weapons ban, both gun sales and violent crime rates have remained stable, contradicting earlier predictions of chaos and increased violence. Major gun manufacturers report only a slight uptick in sales immediately after the ban ended last September, with many noting that military-style firearms have fallen out of favor among criminals, who now prefer more conventional handguns. This surprising stability has led to mixed responses from both gun advocates and opponents, with some asserting that the lack of significant change proves the original ban was ineffective. Law enforcement officials and gun…
In a previous article about high-intensity training, we said that, “You can’t fake endurance.” Meaning that to go long, you have to occasionally train long. We’ve spent a lot of time talking about strength, intensity, and the mental grind that hunting demands.But the reality is, most hunts don’t end with a pack-out. The majority of your time is spent covering ground, on foot, in elevation, with a pack. And that’s where aerobic capacity protocols become one of the greatest tools in our toolbox. If you check out Mayhem Hunt, you’ll see this referenced most frequently as “Zone 2.”Let’s break down…
Two suspects, Aseel Alhajj and Miguel Rivera, are in custody following their alleged involvement in an armed robbery in San Lorenzo, with authorities utilizing the innovative Flock Camera System and community reports to track them down. The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office reported that the suspects were apprehended after a witness provided crucial information about the crime, in which a gold necklace was stolen at gunpoint from a victim. Authorities executed a swift response, leveraging real-time surveillance to locate the suspects’ vehicle, leading to their arrest in Oakland. During the arrest, a loaded firearm with an extended magazine was recovered from…
We used to kill trophy bucks. Now, we harvest mature bucks. The game hasn’t changed a whole lot, we just softened up the messaging to be more palatable to the general public. The truth is, we are all about big antlers and always have been. And, that’s okay.I’m sure whoever figured out they could use ochre to leave a record of their successful hunts on the walls of caves thousands of years ago didn’t care much about public perception. Oversized antlers and horns are common in cave paintings, and while it would be easy to say that stemmed from the…
Moms Demand Action, along with Students Demand Action, leads a coalition of over 20 groups rallying in Austin to advocate for changes to gun safety laws. The event, which has garnered significant momentum, includes participation from families affected by gun violence, particularly those from Uvalde, who are urging state lawmakers to prioritize sensible reforms. The rally commenced with buses transporting supporters from San Antonio to the Texas State Capitol, highlighting a growing movement for gun safety legislation. Organizers express hope that the increasing support will compel lawmakers to listen and act on their requests for change at the state level.…
Experts are calling for gun violence to be treated as a public health crisis, much like COVID-19, citing that firearms became the leading cause of death among children and teens in 2020. Dr. Michael Rodriguez from the UCLA Firearm Violence Prevention Center emphasizes the urgent need for scientifically informed actions to combat the escalating danger of firearms in communities, particularly among marginalized groups. Recent data shows a troubling trend: more than 18,000 firearm deaths have occurred in 2022 alone, with over half attributed to suicides. This alarming statistic underlines the disparities in gun-related fatalities, especially among Black and Hispanic populations,…
More than 200 unwanted firearms are now off the streets following a community gun safety event in Encinitas, California. Organized by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement, the event resulted in the collection of 226 firearms, including handguns, rifles, and assault weapons, with participants receiving up to $200 in gift cards for their contributions. This initiative aims to reduce gun violence and promote public safety throughout the region. Notably, all collected firearms will be processed to determine if they are stolen or linked to criminal activity, with any remaining weapons set for safe destruction. The event…