A 9-year-old student in Central Florida is arrested for allegedly bringing a loaded .38 caliber revolver onto a school bus, raising significant safety concerns within the community. According to Ocala Police, the boy was detained after students alerted the bus driver about the firearm, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement. Officials report that the child took the gun from a relative’s secured bedroom without permission and concealed it in his clothing. Although he showed the weapon to other students, he claimed he had no intention of harming anyone. Facing seven charges, including possession of a firearm on school property,…

Idaho law prevents the prosecution of police officers involved in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Victor Perez, who was shot nine times during a mental health crisis. The state’s “Stand Your Ground” law allows officers to use deadly force without assessing the situation or attempting to retreat, a legal framework cited by Deputy Attorney General Jeff Nye in declining to pursue charges against the four officers. This tragic incident highlights potential flaws in Idaho’s legal system, as Perez, who had a developmental disability and cerebral palsy, was holding a knife but posed little physical threat due to his distance from…

A recent survey conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health reveals a troubling statistic: more than half of U.S. gun owners do not securely store all their firearms. This finding emerges from a study involving 1,444 participants, emphasizing the risks associated with improper gun storage and its potential implications for gun-related accidents, particularly among children. As gun ownership continues to rise in the United States, the survey highlights a significant gap in safe storage practices that could contribute to preventable tragedies. The implications of this data underline the urgent need for increased awareness and education…

The parents of 6-year-old David Haeg, a victim of the recent shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, publicly speak out for the first time since their son returned home after surgery. David endured significant injuries, including a lacerated spleen and shrapnel wounds, highlighting the traumatic impact of the event not only on him but also on the entire family as they navigate fear and gratitude amidst recovery. In their statement, Brittany and Joe Haeg reflect on the harrowing moments following the shooting, emphasizing the overwhelming rush to find their son after he was taken away by ambulance. They address the…

Surveillance footage reveals that the Minneapolis church shooter, Robin Westman, legally purchased a .38 Special revolver just four days before he opened fire during a Catholic school Mass, resulting in the deaths of two children and injuries to 21 others. Kory Krause, the owner of the gun shop where Westman bought the weapon, described him as “friendly” and “knowledgeable,” noting that he displayed no alarming behavior during his time in the store. Westman, who had a documented history of chaos leading up to the attack, spent nearly 40 minutes browsing a variety of firearms without triggering any red flags in…

The trial of Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a golf course in South Florida, begins today. Routh, 59, faces serious charges including attempted murder and assaulting a federal officer, stemming from an incident last September when he allegedly aimed a rifle at Trump while he played golf. Despite his legal troubles, Routh has opted to represent himself in court, raising questions about his defense strategy and mental state. Prosecutors allege Routh meticulously planned the attack for weeks, even trying to acquire military-grade weapons, including a potential anti-aircraft device. In a bizarre…

Armed Citizen® Today An armed customer attempted to stop an attack at a McDonald’s restaurant in Eastpointe, Mich., and ultimately aided in subduing the suspect, according to local reports. Police say the incident began when one of the McDonald’s employees, a 26-year-old woman, was asked to leave by her manager following an argument. The woman left the premises but allegedly returned and entered through the employee entrance, wearing a mask and wielding a knife. The suspect then stabbed her manager, a 39-year-old woman, multiple times. A legally armed customer at the drive-thru window witnessed the attack and drew and fired…

The current service-size, striker-fired pistol market is virtually overflowing with options. I feel for the local dealers who strive to stock even a few of each model from the big names. The past few years have seen what should have been attractive models from well-established players that simply couldn’t get traction with shooters in this hyper-competitive space. The Walther PDP is one of the few breakout exceptions; launched just five years ago, it quickly gained a following among competition, duty and other serious shooters. I have personally used the PDP as one of my primary handguns in teaching, training and…

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