The Armed Citizen® Reload: November 10, 2023

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

by posted on November 10, 2023
NRA Women The Armed Citizen Aiming A Pistol

A 23-year-old woman was sitting in her parked car at 2 a.m. when four men exited a car—one of whom attempted to get her into her car while brandishing his handgun. However, the woman was a legally carrying and, in fear for her life, was able to shoot at the aggressor, hitting him once in the head. The injured man escaped from the vehicle, while one of the other men fired back at the woman, striking her once in the arm. The injured thug was taken to the hospital, where he remained in critical condition. The woman was taken to a different hospital, and was listed in fair condition. The remaining three suspects fled the scene and have not been apprehended. (TheBlaze.com; Chicago, Ill.; 11/23/22)

A woman was moving her car into her driveway on Halloween night after her boyfriend left. That’s when two armed men—one with an AR-stye rifle and the other a handgun—exited a blacked-out car and approached her from behind. As the men forced the woman into her home, she screamed, alerting her roommate, who confronted the intruders, allegedly shooting one of the in the stomach. Both suspects fled back to the waiting vehicle and sped away. No one inside the house was hurt, and police were still searching for the at-large suspects. (abc13.com; Spring, Texas; 11/1/22)

Latest

Deering Romantic Stalker
Deering Romantic Stalker

How to Handle a Romantic Stalker

Is there someone who just won’t leave you alone and has crossed the line into stalking? Here’s what to do first.

 

Life On the Go: Navigating Restrooms with Concealed Carry

Here are a few strategies to help keep your firearm secure when you’re on the go and have to go!

 

Nosler Celebrates Mother’s Day with Heartfelt Giveaway

This special giveaway package is valued at more than $3,000 and designed to honor the extraordinary love and dedication of mothers.

MidwayUSA Named Official Sponsor of 2024 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

The 153rd NRA Show will take place in Dallas at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center May 17-19, 2024.

Gunsite Welcomes New Instructor Ashley Dooley

Becoming a recognized Gunsite Academy instructor is no easy task, requiring hundreds of hours of training.

HOIST Supports Veterans Through Renewed Partnership with Team Red White & Blue

Now in its third year, HOIST will be sponsoring a leg of the Team RWB Old Glory Relay, which brings the beloved American flag from a special trip oversees back to U.S. soil.

Women's Interests



Get the best of NRA Women delivered to your inbox.