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The Armed Citizen® June 28, 2024

A woman was lured into a parking garage by her abusive ex-husband, but she was having no more of it.

What Is a Duty to Retreat?

Some states have a “duty to retreat” law, and it’s extremely important to know if yours does. But what does it mean?

The Armed Citizen® June 21, 2024

A man held his 11-year-old daughter at knife point, prompting her mother to reach for her firearm. 

The Armed Citizen® June 14, 2024

A man armed with knives intent on attacking a couple in their home was actually going to a gunfight—only he forgot to bring a gun, and he lost.

The Armed Citizen® Reload June 7, 2024

A woman's ex-boyfriend broke into her home armed with a pry bar, handcuffs, binoculars and knives. Read how it ended for him.

The Armed Citizen® Reload May 31, 2024

These past accounts featuring brave armed women deserve a second read.

The Armed Citizen® May 24, 2024

St. Louis homeowners will not face charges after shooting an intruder who was attempting to burglarize their home.

The Armed Citizen® May 17, 2024

A woman returned home to discover three armed intruders insider her home.

What a Criminal Looks for When Choosing Prey

Here’s how not to look like a good victim.

The Armed Citizen® Reload May 10, 2024

A married couple was sitting in their car in a Walmart parking lot when a stranger approached the vehicle on the passenger side. Learn what happened next. 

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