2024 saw numerous defensive gun use (DGU) incidents that underscored the importance of responsible firearm ownership and the right to self-defense. Here are the top 10 most-read articles on USA Carry, showcasing incidents where armed citizens protected themselves or others from imminent threats.
1. Intruder Critically Wounded by Muzzleloader in Vermont Home Defense Incident
In a unique home defense scenario, a Vermont resident used a muzzleloader to critically wound an intruder attempting to break into his home. The incident demonstrates that even a muzzleloader can serve as an effective tool for self-defense when no other options are available.
Intruder Critically Wounded by Muzzleloader in Vermont Home Defense Incident
2. Grandfather of Teen Killed in Home Invasion Calls AR-15 Use ‘Unfair’
A controversial case where a homeowner used an AR-15 to defend against a home invasion, resulting in the death of a teenage intruder. The intruder’s grandfather labeled the use of such a firearm as ‘unfair,’ sparking debates on appropriate defensive measures.
Grandfather of Teen Killed in Home Invasion Calls AR-15 Use ‘Unfair’
3. Mountain Home Intruder Shot with .22 Rifle: Home Defense with a Smaller Caliber
This article discusses an incident where a homeowner successfully defended against an intruder using a .22 caliber rifle, highlighting that even smaller calibers can be effective in self-defense when used appropriately.
Mountain Home Intruder Shot with .22 Rifle: Home Defense with a Smaller Caliber
4. Man Fatally Shoots Attacker While Playing Pokémon Go in Anderson, Indiana
An Anderson man, engaged in a Pokémon Go-style scavenger hunt, was attacked and robbed. He responded by fatally shooting his assailant, with the local prosecutor indicating the act may be justified under Indiana’s self-defense laws.
Man Fatally Shoots Attacker After Being Punched and Robbed While Playing Pokémon Go
5. 64-Year-Old Veteran Shoots Illegal Alien in Self-Defense During Facebook Marketplace Robbery Attempt
A 64-year-old veteran in Cullman, Alabama, was shot but managed to defend himself during a violent robbery attempt stemming from an online transaction, leaving both men injured.
64-Year-Old Veteran Shoots Illegal Alien in Self-Defense During Facebook Marketplace Robbery Attempt
6. Man Killed After Approaching Vehicle with Gun in Henderson Walmart Parking Lot
In Henderson, Nevada, a man was fatally shot after approaching a vehicle with a firearm in a Walmart parking lot, emphasizing the potential dangers of confrontations involving firearms.
Man Killed After Approaching Vehicle with Gun in Henderson Walmart Parking Lot
7. Snake No Match for Gun As Man Attempts to Rob Store with Five-Foot Snake
A bizarre incident in Memphis, Tennessee, where a man attempted to rob a convenience store using a five-foot snake as a weapon, only to be thwarted by an armed store employee.
Snake No Match for Gun As Man Attempts to Rob Store with Five-Foot Snake
8. Shooting at Convenience Store Leaves One Dead, Another Seriously Injured: A Lesson on Overpenetration and Ammunition Choices
A convenience store shooting that resulted in one fatality and another serious injury, serving as a critical lesson on the importance of ammunition choice and the risks of overpenetration in defensive shootings.
Shooting at Convenience Store Leaves One Dead, Another Seriously Injured: A Lesson on Overpenetration and Ammunition Choices
9. Watch Retired NYPD Cop Shoot Machete-Wielding Man in Road Rage Incident
A retired NYPD officer was involved in a road rage incident on Staten Island, New York, where he shot a man armed with a machete, showcasing the unpredictable nature of self-defense situations.
Watch Retired NYPD Cop Shoot Machete Wielding Man in Road Rage Incident
10. 85-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shoots Home Intruder with .357 While Handcuffed to a Chair
An extraordinary case in Bingham County, Idaho, where an 85-year-old woman, while handcuffed to a chair, managed to fatally shoot a home intruder with a .357 revolver, demonstrating remarkable resilience and preparedness.
85-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shoots Home Intruder with .357 While Handcuffed to a Chair
These stories highlight the varied and complex nature of defensive gun uses across the United States, reflecting the importance of self-defense rights and responsible firearm ownership.
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