Austin, Texas, May 1, 2025 (FOX 7 Austin)
Austin police said on May 1, around 6:59 p.m., officers responded to a call reporting that someone had been shot at the Shell gas station at 2001 E. Riverside Drive…
The investigation revealed Valerio-Rodriguez went to his girlfriend’s job, which is near the gas station, intoxicated. They began arguing outside of her job.
Eventually, the girlfriend went back inside and Valerio-Rodriguez left. Later, Valerio-Rodriguez went back to his girlfriend’s job, banging on the door. A man, who was a bystander, intervened, which made Valerio-Rodriguez pull out a knife.
The man then pulled out a gun and shot Valerio-Rodriguez.
The man who shot Valerio-Rodriguez is cooperating with the investigation, police said.
No charges are being filed at this time…
Lisette Lopez, “Man arguing with his girlfriend shot, killed by bystander near Riverside: APD,” FOX 7 Austin, May 2, 2025.
Houston, Texas, May 1, 2025 (KHOU 11)
The shooting happened around 6:15 a.m. at the Snowflake Donuts shop on Winkler Drive along the Gulf Freeway. Officers arrived at the scene just after 6:20 a.m., where they found the suspect dead inside the business.
Houston Police Department Homicide Det. Socrates Trujillo said the suspect, armed with a firearm and dressed in a black hoodie and dark clothing, entered the shop during an apparent robbery. The store owner, who was also armed, shot the suspect. The suspect’s gun was recovered at the scene, and a cash register was found open, police said…
Trujillo said the investigation remains in its early stages. The store owner is not currently facing any charges, but the case will be presented to a grand jury for review…
Jaime E. Galvan, “Robbery suspect killed in shooting at Houston donut shop, police say,” KHOU 11, May 1, 2025.
Plant City, Florida, May 2, 2025 (WFLA)
Police arrived at the Speed Lane Travel Center at 501 County Line Road around 2:15 a.m. in regard to a shooting with injuries…
Officers said witness statements and security video indicated the incident began as a verbal dispute inside the gas station before a confrontation outside.
During the argument, the victim moved toward the shooter while holding a knife, and the shooter fired a single round, hitting the victim, PCPD said.
The shooter cooperated with officers and based on the initial facts and evidence, the shooting falls within the protection provided under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law…
Ashley Suter, “Knife-wielding man shot, killed at Plant City gas station,” WFLA, May 2, 2025.
Las Vegas, Nevada, May 2, 2025 (8 News Now)
A North Las Vegas man is accused of opening fire on his former co-workers over a week after he was fired for attacking them at a job site, according to an arrest report.
John Garcia, 46, faces several charges, including five counts of assault with a deadly weapon, five counts of attempted murder with a deadly weapon, and two counts of possession of a gun by a prohibited person, records showed…
Over a week later on May 2, surveillance footage showed a dark-colored pickup truck drive up to the construction zone, followed by loud gunshots. The employees in the video scattered and one employee used a handgun to fire back at the truck, police said.
Police later arrested Garcia in his black pickup truck and discovered that he had a gunshot wound to the shoulder. Police said it appeared that Garcia spilled beer on his clothing and found a can of Budweiser in his truck. Police also found an AR-15 inside the truck, according to the report…
Linsey Lewis, “North Las Vegas man accused of opening fire on former co-workers week after he was fired,” 8 News Now, May 8, 2025.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 4, 2025 (6abc Action News)
It happened at 55th and Pennsgrove Street around 10 p.m. on Sunday.
A 50-year-old man was shot in the backside. The victim, who has a license to carry, then shot the 20-year-old suspect in the stomach.
Police initially told Action News that they believed this shooting was the result of an attempted robbery…
6abc Digital Staff “2 wounded in double shooting in West Philadelphia; police investigating possible attempted robbery,” 6abc Action News, May 5, 2025.
Douglas, Georgia, May 4, 2025 (Sheriff’s Office of Coffee County, GA)
On May 4, 2025, deputies with the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office responded to Coffee Regional Medical Center after two individuals arrived with gunshot wounds. The individuals, later identified as 23 year-old Takevion Strozier and a 15-year-old juvenile, were initially believed to be victims of a drive-by shooting on Highway 221 North.
A thorough investigation by the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office, which included scene processing, multiple witness interviews, and forensic evidence analysis, revealed that Strozier and the juvenile were not victims, but rather the primary aggressors in the incident. Evidence indicated that the two initiated gunfire during an altercation on the roadway and that those in the other vehicle returned fire, striking both Strozier and the juvenile…
Staff, “Arrests made in May’s HWY 221 Shooting,” Sheriff’s Office of Coffee County, GA, May 4, 2025.
Nashville, Tennessee, May 5, 2025 (WKRN.com)
The incident, which was reported around 5 p.m. at J.C. Napier Homes on Claiborne Street, was captured on surveillance video.
Authorities said a 20-year-old man got into the front passenger seat of a blue Dodge Dart in the parking lot. After a short altercation in the car, the 20-year-old was seen falling out of the vehicle and running away.
He ran a short distance before he threw a handgun in the direction of a witness and collapsed on the ground. The witness later handed over two firearms to investigators…
Following the shooting, a 23-year-old turned himself in to law enforcement at the Downtown Detention Center. He claimed he shot the victim in self-defense after the 20-year-old tried to rob him at gunpoint. No charges have been filed against the shooter as of publication…
Aubriella Jackson, “Self-defense claim under investigation after shooting in Napier area,” WKRN.com, May 6, 2025.
Frankston, Texas, May 5, 2025 (Palestine Herald-Press)
Micheal Stephens, 56, was arrested Monday, May 19, on a warrant charging him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He was booked into the Anderson County Jail without incident, according to Sheriff Rudy Flores, after the arrest, which was made by Cpt. A. Pearson and Deputy B. Hay.
Earlier this month, Flores reported that at 7:50 p.m. Monday, May 5, deputies responded to a reported shooting on Private Road 8155 in Frankston.
Flores said the initial details indicate Stephens was shot in the chest by a 36-year-old female.
He said both individuals were reported to have been armed at the time of the shooting and that the parties are believed to have been involved in a disagreement over a parcel of land…
Pennylynn Webb, “Sheriff’s Office makes arrest in Frankston shooting,” Palestine Herald-Press, May 31, 2025.
Greece, New York, May 6, 2025 (News10NBC)
The teen, a Rochester resident, is charged with the attempted robbery of Henry’s Convenience Store on Denise Road on Tuesday. He’s also charged with a robbery at the same store that happened on April 26.
Police say the store owner shot the suspect in self-defense after the suspect went into the store wearing a mask and pointing a gun. The teen underwent surgery for a gunshot wound to his leg and remains hospitalized under the watch of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office…
Greece Police say they recovered the suspect’s gun inside the store. Police say the store owner was a legal pistol permit holder and wasn’t injured.
“He used a legally registered handgun in what appears to be the defense of himself and the store,” Deputy Chief Naser Zenelovic said…
Kristi Blake, “Suspect who Greece Police say was shot during attemped robbery faces charges,” News10NBC, May 6, 2025.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 6, 2025 (6abc Action News)
It happened Tuesday night at around 10 p.m. on East Clearfield Street near Aramingo Avenue in Port Richmond.
This is where investigators said a 27-year-old man and his 26-year-old girlfriend were walking after they had just parked, police said.
That’s when two men approached and held them at gunpoint, but the victims didn’t back down.
Police said the boyfriend got into a fight with the men and that when the girlfriend intervened, one of the suspects shot her in the leg.
The men then pistol-whipped and stole $1,000 in cash from the couple. But as the suspects were leaving in a getaway vehicle, police said the boyfriend — who was licensed to carry — pulled out his own gun and fired off 16 shots at the car…
Corey Davis, “Robbers shoot woman, boyfriend returns fire in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond section,” 6abc Action News, May 7, 2025.
Albuquerque, New Mexico, May 7, 2025 (KOB 4)
Witnesses said that a man, identified as Justyn McDaniel, was standing near the drive-up ATM outside the Nusenda Credit Union at 6501 Indian School Rd NE. McDaniel began to harass the people in line, demanding money. When confronted by two Nusenda employees, McDaniel punched one in the face.
McDaniel then jumped on the hood of a woman’s vehicle and when she wouldn’t give him any money, he kicked in her windshield. A person in line behind the woman pulled a gun and fired it in the air to scare McDaniel away. When that did not work and McDaniel approached another customer, that person shot the suspect in the leg…
KOB 4 Staff, “APD: Bystander shoots robbery suspect in the leg, KOB 4, May 8, 2025.
Littlefield, Texas, May 7, 2025 (everythinglubbock.com)
According to an LPD press release, officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Waylon Jennings Boulevard in response to reports of gunfire…
While investigating the incident, a male at the scene informed officers he was the one who shot the victim. Witness statements, along with surveillance footage, showed the shot was fired in self-defense, following an unprovoked physical assault by the victim that the shooter had attempted to avoid.
The investigation by Littlefield Police supported the evidence of self-defense. The case will be referred to the appropriate authorities for potential criminal charges against the shooting victim in connection with the assault.
Urijah Jaushlin, “Littlefield police verify self-defense in Wednesday shooting,” everythinglubbock.com, May 8, 2025.
Chattanooga, Tennessee, May 8, 2025 (Local 3 News)
A 17-year-old male was arrested in connection with a carjacking on Swan Road on Thursday. Chattanooga police are still searching for the second suspect in this incident.
The robbery victim, a 30-year-old man, met an unknown person to purchase two items, Chattanooga police say. When they met, a suspect put a gun to the victim’s face and made a demand. A second suspect, the 17-year-old male, got into the driver’s seat once the victim got out of the car.
During the incident, the robbery victim and one of the suspects exchanged gunfire. The 17-year-old was shot.
He was charged with Carjacking and Attempted Murder…
Grace James, “UPDATE: Juvenile arrested for carjacking on Swan Road; police still searching for second suspect,” Local 3 News, May 9, 2025.
Columbia, South Carolina, May 9, 2025 (WLTX)
Police responded to a report of gunfire around 6:30 a.m. at 6320 North Main Street, the address of the Carolina Lodge. Arriving officers found a male victim dead in the parking lot…
Investigators said Anthony L. Doctor was found dead in the parking lot when they arrived to the scene. Investigators, however, now believe Doctor was armed and was the primary aggressor before he was shot. Therefore, they will not file charges against the person who shot him…
Christopher Buchanan, “Police search for suspect after shooting victim found dead in North Main parking lot,” WLTX, May 9, 2025.
Tony Santaella, “Two fatal shootings in Columbia deemed ‘justified,’ no charges filed,” WLTX, June 30, 2025.
Hartford, Connecticut, May 9, 2025 (IBWHS Mag)
A solemn funeral service at Gospel Lighthouse Church on Main Street erupted into chaos on May 9, when a longstanding family dispute escalated into a violent brawl involving both a shooting and a stabbing — all while the decedent’s body remained at the front of the sanctuary…
Witnesses told police that during the funeral, Smellie allegedly began physically assaulting the woman, prompting several family members and attendees to try to intervene.
Instead of de-escalating, police say Smellie pulled a small turquoise handgun and fired multiple rounds into the crowd. One bullet struck a woman in the hip.
That woman, who legally owns her firearm and has not been arrested, then allegedly returned fire with her handgun, firing a single shot that apparently missed Smellie…
Mathew Owen, “Family Dispute Sparks Shooting and Stabbing During Hartford Funeral,” IBWHS Mag, August 6, 2025.
Nashville, Tennessee, May 10, 2025 (WSMV 4)
Police said 48-year-old Jamal Judkins was reportedly shot by 60-year-old James Green on Tampa Drive just before 2 a.m.
Judkins reportedly got into an argument with Green’s girlfriend. During the fight, Green allegedly saw Judkins pull something from his waistband, police said.
Worried for his and his girlfriend’s safety, police said Green shot Judkins before calling 911.
Police said Green claimed self-defense and that no charges have been placed against him at this time…
Danica Sauter, “Nashville police release identity of man killed in self-defense shooting,” WSMV 4, May 12, 2025.
Pembroke Pines, Florida, May 12, 2025 (NBC Miami)
A landlord involved in a shooting at a Pembroke Pines gas station on Monday afternoon said he opened fire because his tenant pointed a gun at him.
Jose Rodriguez-Julio, 32, faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following the shooting at a Mobil gas station on Flamingo Road and Taft Street before 4 p.m., according to Pembroke Pines Police.
In an exclusive interview, the victim, Luis Alfonso Bueso, told NBC6 the suspect was his tenant. He said they had agreed to meet at the gas station to talk about money Bueso was owed.
Bueso said the suspect got there first, and waited for him to arrive. When Bueso did, Rodriguez-Julio allegedly approached his vehicle armed.
“I stepped back and… he was ready to shoot, but I didn’t give him a chance. When he took out his gun and aimed it, I started shooting,” Bueso said in Spanish. “Then he ran behind a tree, and I didn’t give him time to shoot. I felt so scared that you couldn’t even imagine what it was like. It was the first time I felt that scared in my life.”
None of the bullets hit Rodriguez-Julio, or anyone else in the area.
After the shooting, Bueso said he called 911 while Rodriguez-Julio fled in his car…
Yvette Lewis, “‘I started shooting’: Man says he fired at tenant who pulled gun on him at gas station,” NBC Miami, May 13, 2025.
Hanahan, South Carolina, May 12, 2025 (Count on 2)
Hanahan police said Thursday they will not file charges regarding the shooting death of an 18-year-old on Bowen Corner Avenue that happened earlier in the week…
After investigating further, officials believe White and Deonte Calden Trevon Lancit, 18, were conducting an armed robbery when the victim shot White in self-defense.
The Hanahan Police Department said they consulted with the Ninth Circuit Solicitor’s Office and decided no charges should be filed in connection with White’s death.
Lancit was charged with armed robbery and possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime in connection with the situation.
Jameson Moyer, “Teen in Hanahan shooting was shot in self-defense, police say,” Count on 2, May 15, 2025.
Birmingham, Alabama, May 12, 2025 (ABC 33/40)
A man is facing life-threatening injuries after an attempted robbery at a Birmingham restaurant Monday night, police said.
The incident occurred near the “Wings and Things” restaurant on Oporto Madrid Blvd. and 1st Avenue North. Investigators believe two suspects attempted to rob a victim when the victim fired a gun, injuring one of the suspects…
ABC 33/40 Staff, “Robbery suspect shot by intended victim in Birmingham, police say,” ABC 33/40, May 13, 2025.
Spokane, Washington, May 13, 2025 (The Spokesman-Review)
Officers were called about 5:15 p.m. to an altercation at the Hart Terrace apartment building, 3308 E. 11th Ave., police said in a news release. Lt. Jay Kernkamp told reporters Tuesday that officers found two people injured in the parking lot of the complex. Police and other emergency personnel tried to save them, but both died, according to the release.
Detectives believe the man with a knife first attacked a woman in the apartment building, according to a Wednesday police release. The woman was uninjured as another tenant came to her aid and pulled her into an apartment, separating her from the man.
The man with the knife then stabbed and killed a different man near a stairwell, police said.
The suspect with the knife started walking through the complex before encountering a man walking a dog. The suspect ran at the man, who drew a gun and shot the suspect, killing him in what appeared to be self-defense, police said…
Garrett Cabeza, “Police: Man fatally stabbed another man before being shot, killed in South Hill altercation,” The Spokesman-Review, May 14, 2025.
Columbia, South Carolina, May 13, 2025 (WLTX)
Responding to a call of shots fired around 9 p.m., officers arriving at the scene in the 2500 block of Booker Street, near the intersection of Colonial Drive, found three people injured. All three were taken to a local hospital for treatment…
Investigators believe Jacobs was armed and was the aggressor in this case, leading them to conclude no charges were necessary.
Columbia police said the two men who fired the fatal shots were legally able to defend themselves against Doctor and Jacobs, and that they had the “presumption of reasonable fear of imminent peril when using deadly force against another.”…
WLTX Staff, “One dead, two injured in Tuesday night shooting in Columbia,” WLTX, May 14, 2025.
Tony Santaella, “Two fatal shootings in Columbia deemed ‘justified,’ no charges filed,” WLTX, June 30, 2025.
Albuquerque, New Mexico, May 17, 2025 (ABQ RAW)
According to the criminal complaint, Bernalillo County deputies responded to a shooting call at a residence near the 1600 block of Gatewood Ave SW. The victim told deputies he had been driving northbound on Isleta Blvd SW with his 10-year-old son when the incident began. He said he passed a vehicle driven by a distracted female motorist who had been swerving. A brief exchange of middle fingers by both drivers ensued.
Moments later, a gold or tan-colored vehicle pulled in front of the victim’s red Chevrolet pickup at a red light. A bald Hispanic male wearing a white shirt exited the gold car and punched the victim through his open window. As the victim reached under his seat for a firearm, the assailant retreated.
Gunfire erupted from the gold vehicle, striking the passenger side of the pickup, where the victim’s son was seated. The victim was then shot in the abdomen by the initial assailant. He returned fire before fleeing to seek medical help…
Newsdesk Staff, “Middle Finger Road Rage Leads to Gunfight, One Charged with the Shooting,” ABQ RAW, May 28, 2025.
Des Moines, Iowa, May 17, 2025 (KCCI News)
Just before 6 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 1500 block of 32nd Street…
Around the same time, another man reported to police that he had been involved in a shooting, describing it as self-defense. Investigators found that Goode and Miles allegedly used their vehicle to block the victim’s vehicle before Miles approached the victim’s vehicle while armed with a handgun. The victim told police he fired at Miles, hitting him.
Miles and Goode have both been charged with several felonies as a result of the incident…
The victim was released without charges.
KCCI News Staff, “Des Moines police charge two men after shooting in Drake neighborhood,” KCCI News, May 18, 2025.
Fort Myers, Florida, May 18, 2025 (NBC Miami)
The incident unfolded Sunday night when a verbal altercation escalated in the 2000 block of Maravilla Circle in Fort Myers, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said.
During the incident, 55-year-old Eduardo Lando-Matamoro, of Hialeah, drove into a crowd of people in a driveway, hitting three people, authorities said.
Two witnesses shot at Lando-Matamoro, hitting him in the shoulder, but he attempted to flee, officials said.
That’s when a witness grabbed him and held him down until deputies arrived, officials said…
Brian Hamacher, “Hialeah man drove into crowd of people in Fort Myers, caught by witness: Sheriff,” NBC Miami, May 19, 2025.
Perdido, Alabama, May 18, 2025 (WSB-TV)
Officers say 28-year-old Mike Thomas shot his girlfriend in the face in East Point, then traveled to Alabama where he shot at officers and tried to carjack someone…
They say he then carjacked the driver of an 18-wheeler and pistol-whipped her. Officers say that victim’s passenger, her husband, shot Thomas in the leg.
But he still got away and hid in the woods. It took six hours to get him out…
Tom Jones, “Murder suspect shoots girlfriend in head in East Point, goes on 2-state crime spree, police say” WSB-TV, May 23, 2025.
Santa Monica, California, May 18, 2025 (Santa Monica Daily Press)
According to the Santa Monica Police Department, officers were called to the 1300 block of the Promenade around 9:30pm for a report of an assault with a deadly weapon. When they arrived, they found one person critically injured inside the store. That individual was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
Investigators say the business owner had arranged a private, after-hours sale with a known associate. During the meeting, a second man, believed to be connected to the associate, entered the store and sprayed the owner with a chemical irritant. A physical struggle broke out and the owner, who was carrying a legally owned firearm, shot the suspect…
Scott Snowden, “Attempted robbery ends in fatal shooting on Third Street Promenade,” Santa Monica Daily Press, May 19, 2025.
Dalton, Georgia, May 19, 2025 (FOX 5 Atlanta)
The Dalton Police Department said the shooting occurred shortly before 12:30 a.m. at the Scenic Valley Place apartments off Crawford Street. Officers initially responded to reports of a fight involving a person with a gun who had left the area in a vehicle. Upon arrival, witnesses reported hearing gunfire but did not realize anyone had been hit…
According to investigators, preliminary information indicates the victim was brandishing a knife during an altercation and reportedly attacked a man who was armed. That man then shot the victim, possibly in self-defense.
No charges have been filed at this time. After consulting with the district attorney’s office, all individuals involved were released pending further investigation…
FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team, “Dalton man fatally shot in possible self-defense incident at Scenic Valley Place,” FOX 5 Atlanta, May 19, 2025.
Houston, Texas, May 19, 2025 (FOX 26 Houston)
Houston police say a man and woman arrived at a town home on McIlhenny Street in the Third Ward around 9 p.m.
Three men approached the pair with guns and announced that it was a robbery.
The man pulled out a gun of his own and shots were fired…
The male and female victims were not injured…
Adam Fullerton, “Houston gunowner fends off Third Ward attempted robbers, police say,” FOX 26 Houston, May 20, 2025.
New Orleans, Louisiana, May 20, 2025 (NOPD News)
While refueling their vehicle, the victims were approached by an unidentified Black male who opened fire on them. In response, two of the victims returned fire at the suspect but the suspect did not sustain any injuries. In an attempt to escape the gunfire, the victims broke the glass to enter a nearby store. One of the victims was transported to a local hospital by NOEMS.
NOPD News Staff, “Superintendent’s Major Offense Log,” NOPD News, May 19, 2025.
Peoria, Arizona, May 20, 2025 (Arizona’s Family)
Investigators say the incident began just before midnight at the Deli Sports Bar near the Loop 101 Agua Fria Freeway and Peoria Avenue. There, an employee called 911 to request that police help with an intoxicated patron, Franco, who refused several requests to leave.
While officers were en route, police say Franco went to the parking lot, grabbed a handgun from inside his car and started firing shots in the air and into the bar. Dispatchers then received another call that someone in the bar had been shot in the leg by someone in the parking lot.
Two men on a nearby park bench saw what was happening and intervened. Police say Franco then pointed his weapon at the two men, who were also armed, and a gunfight ensued.
Franco was shot in the chest, while the two other men weren’t hurt…
The person inside the bar who was shot in the leg has since been treated and released from the hospital. Babros commended the men who intervened before any other innocent people were hurt…
Mitchell Koch, Gibby Parra and Ben Bradley, “Unruly patron killed in shooting after being kicked out of Peoria sports bar,” Arizona’s Family, May 21, 2025.
Cottondale, Alabama, May 22, 2025 (Tuscaloosa Thread)
Captain Jack Kennedy, the commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, told local media that Tuscaloosa Police Officers were called to the McDonald’s and Chevron combo at 6501 Buttermilk Road on reports of a shooting.
One person who was involved was still on the scene and told investigators that he had been in a physical fight with another man, who police have identified as 23-year-old Kendall Curry.
After the blows were thrown, Curry allegedly got a gun and then opened on the first man, who had a gun of his own and returned fire…
Captain Kennedy said the majority of the altercation and gunfight was captured on surveillance cameras, and after reviewing video evidence and interviewing witnesses, investigators arrested Curry and charged him with attempted first-degree assault…
Stephen Dethrage, “Police Arrest Man Injured in Gunfight at Cottondale McDonald’s Thursday,” Tuscaloosa Thread, May 23, 2025.
Chicago, Illinois, May 23, 2025 (CBS News)
Police said, around 9:10 p.m., a 46-year-old woman got into an argument with a man and a woman in the 4700 block of South Lake Park Avenue.
During the argument, the man and woman began hitting the victim in the face before she pulled out a gun and fired shots…
The 46-year-old woman, who has a valid FOID card, suffered bruises to the face from the attack, and refused medical attention.
The man and woman who attacked the victim were taken into custody, and charges were pending Saturday morning.
Todd Feurer, “Woman shot during argument, fight with another woman on Chicago’s South Side,” CBS News, May 24, 2025.
San Antonio, Texas, May 24, 2025 (KSAT.com)
The shooting happened just before 9 p.m. Saturday in the 3300 block of Fredericksburg Road. Police said a man in his early 30s attempted to rob a 32-year-old man while armed.
During the attempted robbery, the suspect fired at the 32-year-old man, striking him multiple times, police said.
The victim returned fire with his own firearm, striking the suspect, police said…
Andrea K. Moreno, Mark Oltz, and Gabby Jimenez, “1 dead, another injured after Northwest Side shooting, SAPD says,” KSAT.com, May 25, 2025.
Baltimore, Maryland, May 24, 2025 (WBAL TV)
City police said officers were called around 9 p.m. Saturday to the 7100 block of Park Heights Avenue, where a 62-year-old man was taking trash out.
Police said two men approached the victim, assaulted him, knocked him to the ground and tried to steal his car. When the assailants couldn’t start the car, they tried to again assault the victim, who drew a gun and pointed it at them. The assailants ran off.
Police said the victim has a valid handgun permit and was treated at the scene for minor injuries…
Khiree Stewart, “Rabbi pulls out gun, scaring off assailants who assaulted him in attempted carjacking,” WBAL TV, May 27, 2025.
Prichard, Alabama, May 25, 2025 (Fox 10 TV)
The Prichard Police Department and the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes and Crime Scene Unit responded to the scene Sunday morning at 1645 St. Stephens Road…
After interviewing the witnesses and reviewing surveillance video footage, the MCSO said its investigation revealed that Teron Curtis, 45, entered the store shortly before 8 a.m. and purchased items before leaving. Curtis returned at 9:15 a.m. and was angry and threatened the cashier, stating she did not give him what he purchased, the MCSO said.
Investigators said he stated he would bring his girlfriend back to handle the problem.
According to the MCSO, the store cashier then called a family member and stated she had been threatened. The sheriff’s office said the cashier’s family member went to the store.
The MCSO also said Curtis and his girlfriend, Lakenya Russell, 39, then arrived at the store and attacked the cashier as well as the cashier’s family member. During the altercation, the investigators said, the family member shot Curtis and Russell…
Curtis and Russel both fled the scene and drove themselves to a local hospital, officials said, and the shooter placed her gun down and remained on scene until police arrived…
Officials said no arrests were made and that the case has been turned over to the district attorney’s office.
Mike Brantley, “2 shot in incident at Dollar General store in Prichard,” Fox 10 TV, May 27, 2025.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 27, 2025 (6abc Action News)
Officers responded to the 6400 block of East Roosevelt Boulevard around 5:30 a.m. for a report of a robbery in progress.
The manager at the Dunkin’ tells Action News that two armed men came in to rob the store and the customers inside.
The incident spilled outside, and the manager says, an armed customer fired shots, killing one of the alleged robbers…
Maggie Kent, “Man shot, killed at Dunkin’ store in Mayfair was robbery suspect, Philadelphia police say,” 6abc Action News, May 28, 2025.
Chicago, Illinois, May 27, 2025 (NBC Chicago)
Police said a 23-year-old man was driving eastbound just before 10 p.m. near the 7700 block of Belmont Avenue in the city’s Dunning neighborhood when he was involved in a “road incident” with another driver traveling in the same direction.
That driver pulled out a gun and fired shots at the 23-year-old. The 23-year-old, a concealed carry holder, then opened fire back, police said.
The other driver ultimately crashed into a building and the driver fled the scene…
Lisa Chavarria and NBC Chicago Staff, “Concealed carry holder fires back as ‘road incident’ turns to shootout on Chicago street,” NBC Chicago, May 28, 2025.
Atlanta, Georgia, May 27, 2025 (11Alive)
An investigation has led Atlanta Police to believe the man who was killed at Mozley Park in May was involved in an armed robbery when he died…
Homicide investigators previously said Cummings walked up to a parked car, and the occupants inside opened fire.
APD said the death investigation has now been classified differently to show that a private citizen killed him during a crime.
Donesha Aldridge, “APD learns more details in deadly Mozley Park shooting,” 11Alive, August 12, 2025.
Seattle, Washington, May 28, 2025 (KOMO News and King 5 News)
After speaking to witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage, KOMO News has learned that a group of five youth were walking down Union Street when three people riding scooters and another on a bike approached them and blocked their way to a stairwell to the waterfront.
The bicyclist had a gun and could be seen on video footage aggressively going up to the group and starting a confrontation.
“They were all confronting, and the active shooter took out his gun and fires and hits two people,” Tallariti said…
Police said a private citizen who was licensed to carry intervened and shot the suspect, who was a 16-year-old boy…
The private citizen who shot the suspect cooperated with police, and was taken to Seattle Police Headquarters, where he was interviewed by detectives. Police said the citizen has not been arrested…
“I hate to say it, but I’m grateful that someone stopped what could have been even more dangerous gun violence,” Tallariti said.
Joel Moreno, “Witnesses describe tense moments after bystander shoots gunman near Pike Place Market,” KOMO News, May 30, 2025.
Olivia Sullivan, “Shooting suspect killed after 2 hurt in downtown Seattle,” King 5 News, May 29, 2025.
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