Sheriff: Concealed Carrier Pulled Gun, Fatally Shot Assailant While Being Robbed at Gunpoint.
Florida’s Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) says a concealed carrier was able to pull his gun and fatally shoot an assailant while being robbed at gunpoint Tuesday morning.
The concealed carry permit holder was a white male in his 60s and the deceased suspect was a Hispanic male in his 20s.
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Thursday, May 10, 2018
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
"The Husband's Behavior Was Heroic...
...but what we expect of a husband toward his wife: his right, and his proud privilege, to die for his woman."*
In Houston, a father died at the hands of a robber while defending his wife, but not before inflicting fatal wounds to the robber.
*quote from Robert A.Heinlein, "The Pragmatics of Patriotism," the 1973 James Forrestal Address to the US Naval Academy midshipmen.
In Houston, a father died at the hands of a robber while defending his wife, but not before inflicting fatal wounds to the robber.
*quote from Robert A.Heinlein, "The Pragmatics of Patriotism," the 1973 James Forrestal Address to the US Naval Academy midshipmen.
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Will Military Personnel Defy Gun Control Orders That Endanger Their Lives?
Since the attack at the Chattanooga recruiting station by a fucking muslim I have been pondering if, or when, military personnel will become so disgusted with being targeted while disarmed that they begin defying their orders and carrying guns unlawfully. The penalty for doing so is a court-martial and loss of career, so there is a natural disinclination to make an example of oneself. But what if these attacks continue, will potential danger to life outweigh career considerations?
It could work out a couple of different ways, I think: one is by passive defiance, i.e., service members begin carrying concealed secretly, hoping both not to be caught and not to be put in a position of having to use the gun for defense of self and comrades, but accepting the consequences if they occur.
The other approach is active defiance, i.e., openly carrying sidearms and forcing military authorities to respond via arrest and court-martial. For this tactic to be effective it would have to wide-spread, which would bring charges of collusion and possibly even mutiny, but it has the advantage of forcing the military and civilian authorities to address the issue sooner.
What say you, readers?
It could work out a couple of different ways, I think: one is by passive defiance, i.e., service members begin carrying concealed secretly, hoping both not to be caught and not to be put in a position of having to use the gun for defense of self and comrades, but accepting the consequences if they occur.
The other approach is active defiance, i.e., openly carrying sidearms and forcing military authorities to respond via arrest and court-martial. For this tactic to be effective it would have to wide-spread, which would bring charges of collusion and possibly even mutiny, but it has the advantage of forcing the military and civilian authorities to address the issue sooner.
What say you, readers?
Saturday, January 03, 2015
Feral Humans
Feral black humans, to be precise.
I think it's getting worse, which is why white people acquiring CCW license are on the rise.
It's probably good at this point to re-emphasize John Derbyshire's Rules:
(10) Thus, while always attentive to the particular qualities of individuals, on the many occasions where you have nothing to guide you but knowledge of those mean differences, use statistical common sense: (10a) Avoid concentrations of blacks not all known to you personally.
(10b) Stay out of heavily black neighborhoods.
(10c) If planning a trip to a beach or amusement park at some date, find out whether it is likely to be swamped with blacks on that date (neglect of that one got me the closest I have ever gotten to death by gunshot).
(10d) Do not attend events likely to draw a lot of blacks.
(10e) If you are at some public event at which the number of blacks suddenly swells, leave as quickly as possible.
(10f) Do not settle in a district or municipality run by black politicians.
(10g) Before voting for a black politician, scrutinize his/her character much more carefully than you would a white.
(10h) Do not act the Good Samaritan to blacks in apparent distress, e.g., on the highway.
(10i) If accosted by a strange black in the street, smile and say something polite but keep moving.
Want to call me a racist? Fine, I'm a racist. If you don't heed these principles, though, don't blame me when you are victimized.
I think it's getting worse, which is why white people acquiring CCW license are on the rise.
It's probably good at this point to re-emphasize John Derbyshire's Rules:
(10) Thus, while always attentive to the particular qualities of individuals, on the many occasions where you have nothing to guide you but knowledge of those mean differences, use statistical common sense: (10a) Avoid concentrations of blacks not all known to you personally.
(10b) Stay out of heavily black neighborhoods.
(10c) If planning a trip to a beach or amusement park at some date, find out whether it is likely to be swamped with blacks on that date (neglect of that one got me the closest I have ever gotten to death by gunshot).
(10d) Do not attend events likely to draw a lot of blacks.
(10e) If you are at some public event at which the number of blacks suddenly swells, leave as quickly as possible.
(10f) Do not settle in a district or municipality run by black politicians.
(10g) Before voting for a black politician, scrutinize his/her character much more carefully than you would a white.
(10h) Do not act the Good Samaritan to blacks in apparent distress, e.g., on the highway.
(10i) If accosted by a strange black in the street, smile and say something polite but keep moving.
Want to call me a racist? Fine, I'm a racist. If you don't heed these principles, though, don't blame me when you are victimized.
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Headline of the Day
"Horse Jockey Masturbates On Patio, Fights Dogs, Assaults Two People, Gets Shot."
A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do.
A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do.
Wednesday, October 08, 2014
When You Open Carry, You Can Still Be Robbed
As happened here.
GRESHAM, OR (KPTV) - A man openly carrying his new handgun was robbed on a Gresham street by a man with a gun of his own.
Police were called out to the area of 172nd and Glisan Street at 2:10 a.m. Saturday.
Investigators said the 21-year-old victim bought a handgun earlier in the day and was openly carrying it while talking to his cousin.
They said a man approached them and asked for a cigarette. Talk eventually turned to the victim's new purchase, before the robber pulled his own gun from his waistband and said, "I like your gun, give it to me," according to police.
The victim handed over his gun and the suspect ran away.
The suspect is described as a light-skinned black man, 19 to 23 years old, 6'1" with a skinny build. He had black, wavy hair and was clean cut, except for a small patch of facial hair on his chin. The man was wearing gray sweatpants, a white T-shirt and flip-flops.
Open carry will deter the more timid of criminals, but a clever and confident robber will still be able to fool you into being complacent, which is what happened here. In fact, this is an Old West scenario: when everyone openly carries firearms, the focus shifts to deception and "getting the drop" on your victim by drawing first and when he is not expecting it. The victim here was relying on his openly carried gun as a magic talisman to protect him, and the robber wasn't impressed by its power as a talisman. The victim seems to have little knowledge of basic robbery techniques; asking your victim for a cigarette or asking the time is a standard ploy designed to distract the victim while you pull your own weapon out. And, of course, the victim ignored John Derbyshire's Rules and allowed a strange black man to approach him. Jeff Cooper would describe this victim as in Condition White: totally oblivious to his surroundings.
What should the victim have done, then? This: placed his hand on his gun, ready to draw, and told the man to go elsewhere, and if he didn't immediately do so, draw the gun and prepare to shoot him, all the time watching the man's hands, not his face. If the man at this point makes any move to reach into his pants or pockets, you shoot him, and if necessary shoot him again until he is no longer a threat. Then call the cops and get ready to deal with the aftermath.
GRESHAM, OR (KPTV) - A man openly carrying his new handgun was robbed on a Gresham street by a man with a gun of his own.
Police were called out to the area of 172nd and Glisan Street at 2:10 a.m. Saturday.
Investigators said the 21-year-old victim bought a handgun earlier in the day and was openly carrying it while talking to his cousin.
They said a man approached them and asked for a cigarette. Talk eventually turned to the victim's new purchase, before the robber pulled his own gun from his waistband and said, "I like your gun, give it to me," according to police.
The victim handed over his gun and the suspect ran away.
The suspect is described as a light-skinned black man, 19 to 23 years old, 6'1" with a skinny build. He had black, wavy hair and was clean cut, except for a small patch of facial hair on his chin. The man was wearing gray sweatpants, a white T-shirt and flip-flops.
Open carry will deter the more timid of criminals, but a clever and confident robber will still be able to fool you into being complacent, which is what happened here. In fact, this is an Old West scenario: when everyone openly carries firearms, the focus shifts to deception and "getting the drop" on your victim by drawing first and when he is not expecting it. The victim here was relying on his openly carried gun as a magic talisman to protect him, and the robber wasn't impressed by its power as a talisman. The victim seems to have little knowledge of basic robbery techniques; asking your victim for a cigarette or asking the time is a standard ploy designed to distract the victim while you pull your own weapon out. And, of course, the victim ignored John Derbyshire's Rules and allowed a strange black man to approach him. Jeff Cooper would describe this victim as in Condition White: totally oblivious to his surroundings.
What should the victim have done, then? This: placed his hand on his gun, ready to draw, and told the man to go elsewhere, and if he didn't immediately do so, draw the gun and prepare to shoot him, all the time watching the man's hands, not his face. If the man at this point makes any move to reach into his pants or pockets, you shoot him, and if necessary shoot him again until he is no longer a threat. Then call the cops and get ready to deal with the aftermath.
Sunday, October 05, 2014
What To Do In a Mob Attack?
In the aftermath of two mob attacks in Memphis, Tennessee, people are asking how far they are permitted to go in attempting to preserve their lives against a mob. As is always the case, the law offers little help, and actually threatens your freedom.
So if the law offers no help, and an act of defensive violence on your part is the only way you see out of an act of offensive violence by a mob, you're on your own, especially if you're white and the mob that attacks you is black. You'll be painted with the Mark of Cain by the mainstream media and the race hustlers, and we have a President who has shown in the past that he puts racial solidarity above justice. What, then, do you do?
In the end there is nothing to be done but to state clearly what has been done, without shame or regret, and say: Here I am, and this is what I am. Now deal with me as you see fit. That is your right. Mine is to stand by the act, and pay the price.
You do what you must do, and pay for it. So in the end all things are simple. - - Ellis Peters, Brother Cadfael's Penance
And get the best lawyer you can afford, of course.
So if the law offers no help, and an act of defensive violence on your part is the only way you see out of an act of offensive violence by a mob, you're on your own, especially if you're white and the mob that attacks you is black. You'll be painted with the Mark of Cain by the mainstream media and the race hustlers, and we have a President who has shown in the past that he puts racial solidarity above justice. What, then, do you do?
In the end there is nothing to be done but to state clearly what has been done, without shame or regret, and say: Here I am, and this is what I am. Now deal with me as you see fit. That is your right. Mine is to stand by the act, and pay the price.
You do what you must do, and pay for it. So in the end all things are simple. - - Ellis Peters, Brother Cadfael's Penance
And get the best lawyer you can afford, of course.
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Meanwhile, Down In Australia...
...even the hippies that took away the people's right to self-defense are having second thoughts.
Australia’s ban on practical self-defence sets it apart from most other countries. Almost none prohibit non-lethal means of self-defence, while many permit ownership of firearms at home. A few (including most US states) allow the carriage of firearms for self-defence almost anywhere, subject to a permit system.
Australia’s prohibition on practical self-defence is relatively recent, emanating from the 1996 changes in firearms laws that followed the Port Arthur massacre. Not only were many types of firearm prohibited, but Australia embraced an international push to prohibit civilian ownership of firearms for self-defence.
This was driven by several factors. One was a desire to avoid America’s so-called ‘gun culture’. However, this seems to have broadened to include all means of self-defence. Another was a type of religious pacifism, of ‘turning the other cheek’. There was also a type of precautionary approach — average citizens may one day be struck with murderous tendencies. And then there were the perennial claims that resistance is futile and weapons will inevitably be turned against those using them. Underlying all these is the assumption that the government will always be there when we need it. Australians are probably unlikely to embrace the use of guns for self-defence except in special cases (a battered wife dealing with a murderous ex-husband, for example, or within our own homes).
But there is equally no sign that Australians ever agreed to or have accepted being rendered defenceless. In particular, women and the elderly do not believe that relying on the police to arrive in time will keep them safe. If asked, most would unequivocally demand the right to practical self-defence, at least with non-lethal means.
It should never have reached this stage. Only an authoritarian society would treat its people like helpless victims, with the government masquerading as some kind of guardian angel. Free societies have a strong emphasis on individual self-reliance, including responsibility for personal safety.
Australia’s ban on practical self-defence sets it apart from most other countries. Almost none prohibit non-lethal means of self-defence, while many permit ownership of firearms at home. A few (including most US states) allow the carriage of firearms for self-defence almost anywhere, subject to a permit system.
Australia’s prohibition on practical self-defence is relatively recent, emanating from the 1996 changes in firearms laws that followed the Port Arthur massacre. Not only were many types of firearm prohibited, but Australia embraced an international push to prohibit civilian ownership of firearms for self-defence.
This was driven by several factors. One was a desire to avoid America’s so-called ‘gun culture’. However, this seems to have broadened to include all means of self-defence. Another was a type of religious pacifism, of ‘turning the other cheek’. There was also a type of precautionary approach — average citizens may one day be struck with murderous tendencies. And then there were the perennial claims that resistance is futile and weapons will inevitably be turned against those using them. Underlying all these is the assumption that the government will always be there when we need it. Australians are probably unlikely to embrace the use of guns for self-defence except in special cases (a battered wife dealing with a murderous ex-husband, for example, or within our own homes).
But there is equally no sign that Australians ever agreed to or have accepted being rendered defenceless. In particular, women and the elderly do not believe that relying on the police to arrive in time will keep them safe. If asked, most would unequivocally demand the right to practical self-defence, at least with non-lethal means.
It should never have reached this stage. Only an authoritarian society would treat its people like helpless victims, with the government masquerading as some kind of guardian angel. Free societies have a strong emphasis on individual self-reliance, including responsibility for personal safety.
Sunday, September 14, 2014
You Keep On Using That Word...
...I do not think it means what you think it means.
That word would be castle.
The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines castle thusly:
castle: a large building usually with high, thick walls and towers that was built in the past to protect against attack.
You will see, then, that the building that this Englishman took refuge in - - his home - - wasn't also his castle, because it offered him no defense when he was attacked.
Of course, even in feudal days, a castle by itself wasn't secure; it had to have armed defenders. And that is where UK has failed itscitizens subjects: it made self-defense improbable by banning firearms. So this Englishman was beaten nearly to death because his government didn't believe he should be allowed to defend himself.
That word would be castle.
The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines castle thusly:
castle: a large building usually with high, thick walls and towers that was built in the past to protect against attack.
You will see, then, that the building that this Englishman took refuge in - - his home - - wasn't also his castle, because it offered him no defense when he was attacked.
Of course, even in feudal days, a castle by itself wasn't secure; it had to have armed defenders. And that is where UK has failed its
Monday, August 25, 2014
Way Down Upon De Pee Dee Ribber*
A Pee Dee homeowner shot two home invaders, killing one.
That's down in South Carolina near Darlington, for those unfamiliar with the Carolinas.
*Stephen Foster's famous song Old Folks At Home, more familiarly known as (Way Down Upon the) Suwanee River, was originally considered with a Pee Dee river location in the lyrics.
That's down in South Carolina near Darlington, for those unfamiliar with the Carolinas.
*Stephen Foster's famous song Old Folks At Home, more familiarly known as (Way Down Upon the) Suwanee River, was originally considered with a Pee Dee river location in the lyrics.
Saturday, August 02, 2014
You Don't Shoot To Kill Or Shoot To Wound...
...you shoot to stop the threat.
Well, that's for the first shot, anyway. Every shot after that is to stop that horrible screaming.
h/t David Burge (Iowahawk).
Well, that's for the first shot, anyway. Every shot after that is to stop that horrible screaming.
h/t David Burge (Iowahawk).
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Carjacker Deterrant
Drive a car with standard shift.
It's looking more and more like most of those dummies can't drive a standard shift car. And they might just conveniently put their gun down while they try to work three pedals and a shifter.
It's looking more and more like most of those dummies can't drive a standard shift car. And they might just conveniently put their gun down while they try to work three pedals and a shifter.
Monday, May 26, 2014
Tuesday, April 08, 2014
Goldilocks Meets the Three Bearing Arms
One shot him too high, one shot him too low, and the third shot him juuuust riiiight.
One of the family was heard to murmur, "Nice Grouping!
h/t Bob Owens.
One of the family was heard to murmur, "Nice Grouping!
h/t Bob Owens.
Friday, March 07, 2014
Meanwhile, In UK...
...where you don't really have the option of armed self-defense, of course, but you do have the "self-defense HAIR CLIP" that "detects kicks and punches, calls for help and records incidents automatically."
So it might not save your ass from being attacked by thugs, but at least it will helpfully record the attack for posterity, so the thug can take it home and watch it on his computer.
Don't you just love living in a civilized country without all those nasssty guns like those violent Americans have?
So it might not save your ass from being attacked by thugs, but at least it will helpfully record the attack for posterity, so the thug can take it home and watch it on his computer.
Don't you just love living in a civilized country without all those nasssty guns like those violent Americans have?
Monday, November 25, 2013
Going To Be Hard To Justify...
...shooting a man to death because he was smoking in your bar.
You better have a bunch of righteous witnesses, a bunch of contusions and bruises, or maybe a videotape to justify the shooting, because otherwise self-defense is going to be hard to win in a case like this.
You better have a bunch of righteous witnesses, a bunch of contusions and bruises, or maybe a videotape to justify the shooting, because otherwise self-defense is going to be hard to win in a case like this.
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Just Call Him El Pronto Mucho Fasto
Hell, if I'd done this, I'd go to court and petition for a name change:
TULSA, Oklahoma - Police are searching for a burglar who was shot multiple times. He was caught in the act by a homeowner, who showed no mercy.
The homeowner who shot Watts said it's a shame that Watts broke into his house looking for gold and left full of lead.
Charles Sweeny has lived in the same home in midtown Tulsa for nearly six decades, so you can only imagine what went through his mind when he noticed things inside weren't how he left them.
"Mother's dresser drawer was open, so I knew I had walked in to a burglary. I took care of that problem el pronto mucho fasto," Sweeny said.
Sweeny said he hopes this is a lesson for anyone else who comes inside his house uninvited.
"The next burglar gets the same treatment with a bigger gun," Sweeny said.
This news story is so full of win it should be framed.
h/t Bearing Arms.
TULSA, Oklahoma - Police are searching for a burglar who was shot multiple times. He was caught in the act by a homeowner, who showed no mercy.
The homeowner who shot Watts said it's a shame that Watts broke into his house looking for gold and left full of lead.
Charles Sweeny has lived in the same home in midtown Tulsa for nearly six decades, so you can only imagine what went through his mind when he noticed things inside weren't how he left them.
"Mother's dresser drawer was open, so I knew I had walked in to a burglary. I took care of that problem el pronto mucho fasto," Sweeny said.
Sweeny said he hopes this is a lesson for anyone else who comes inside his house uninvited.
"The next burglar gets the same treatment with a bigger gun," Sweeny said.
This news story is so full of win it should be framed.
h/t Bearing Arms.
Friday, August 30, 2013
What Was It That Wayne LaPierre Said?
"The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun."
In this case, the good guy was a convenience store clerk. Since the neighborhood involved is Hidden Valley, I'll presume that the dead dude was a Usual Suspect.
In this case, the good guy was a convenience store clerk. Since the neighborhood involved is Hidden Valley, I'll presume that the dead dude was a Usual Suspect.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Meanwhile, In UK...
...the police are once again arresting law-abiding citizens simply for having the temerity to defend their businesses against burglars.
A businessman who confronted a burglar raiding his premises appeared in court yesterday accused of attacking him. Andrew Woodhouse, 43, was chasing thieves off his property when he claims one of them 'came at' him with a wooden stick.
Father-of-five Woodhouse allegedly used the stick to injure the man's legs before holding him down while his wife called the police.
But when officers arrived they arrested Woodhouse and held him in a cell for 18 hours.
He appeared at Newport Crown Court yesterday charged with grievous bodily harm with intent which has a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
In the US, of course, Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws prevent this sort of gross injustice by police, even were they inclined to view the law-abiding and criminals as morally equivalent, as UK seems to do. Indeed, it's only a matter of time until UK criminals form unions to better protect their interests against evil law-abiding citizens.
A businessman who confronted a burglar raiding his premises appeared in court yesterday accused of attacking him. Andrew Woodhouse, 43, was chasing thieves off his property when he claims one of them 'came at' him with a wooden stick.
Father-of-five Woodhouse allegedly used the stick to injure the man's legs before holding him down while his wife called the police.
But when officers arrived they arrested Woodhouse and held him in a cell for 18 hours.
He appeared at Newport Crown Court yesterday charged with grievous bodily harm with intent which has a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
In the US, of course, Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws prevent this sort of gross injustice by police, even were they inclined to view the law-abiding and criminals as morally equivalent, as UK seems to do. Indeed, it's only a matter of time until UK criminals form unions to better protect their interests against evil law-abiding citizens.
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