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Brave Gun-Toting Woman Fends off Burglars During Home Robbery: A Must-Read Story of Self-Defense
Red State ^ | 07/17/2023 | Jeff Charles

Posted on 07/17/2023 9:03:05 PM PDT by SeekAndFind

I’m a huge proponent of the idea that every lawful American should be armed. This is especially true for women, who are often victimized by male criminals who are physically stronger than them. Despite what progressives claim, men are generally far stronger than women, which is the reason why members of the fairer sex should have the means by which they can defend themselves. This particular story is another illustration showing how critical it is for women to be armed.

A woman in Pennsylvania shot and injured two burglary suspects who broke into her Philadelphia apartment without her permission. The suspects were taken into custody and charged with burglary, while the police are still investigating the incident and the other two suspects involved.

Here’s how it went down:

Philadelphia Police Department officers responded a 1:34 a.m. report of a shooting in Germantown on Sunday morning. When authorities arrived, they found the woman standing on Germantown Avenue near one of the suspects, who was injured and laying on the ground.

The woman told police that four unknown men entered her apartment before she opened fire.

“The complainant had arrived to her apartment and found four unknown males inside her apartment without her permission,” the Philadelphia Police Department explained in a statement to Fox News Digital.

“A confrontation ensued and the complainant shot the offenders, who then fled from that location,” police added.

The first suspect was shot in his right leg and right arm. He was identified as 48-year-old Jermaine Parker and treated by medics before being taken to Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia.

Officers soon found the second suspect, Randy Miller, on a different street. The 45-year-old man was shot in the back and was transported to Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia in critical but stable condition.

This incident showcases the importance of self-defense and highlights the reasons why women should have the option to be armed. In this case, the woman was faced with a dangerous situation when four unknown men entered her apartment without her consent. Without the means to defend herself, she would have been at the mercy of the criminals, risking her life and well-being. Having a firearm allowed her to level the playing field and protect herself and her property.

Women, like anyone else, have the right to feel safe and secure in their own homes. Unfortunately, criminals tend to perceive women as more vulnerable targets, making them potentially more susceptible to attacks. In situations where physical strength might be a disadvantage, a firearm can be an equalizer, enabling women to defend themselves effectively against larger or multiple assailants. The ability to possess a firearm for self-defense empowers women to take control of their personal safety and ensure that they can respond decisively in life-threatening situations.

Moreover, this incident emphasizes that law enforcement is not always able to arrive in time to prevent a crime or protect a victim. The woman’s quick thinking allowed her to respond immediately to the threat, potentially saving her life. While law enforcement can play a crucial role in maintaining public safety, personal protection often falls upon individuals. As they say, when seconds count, the police are only minutes away.

By being armed and trained, women can improve their chances of survival in dangerous circumstances, providing an additional layer of security in an unpredictable world. It’s essential to remember that responsible firearm ownership involves proper training and understanding the responsibility that comes with carrying a weapon for self-defense. In this case, this woman made the correct decision to exercise her right to keep and bear arms, and it likely saved her life.



TOPICS: Society
KEYWORDS: banglist; burglars; crime; guns; pennsylvania; selfdefense; thieves

1 posted on 07/17/2023 9:03:05 PM PDT by SeekAndFind
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To: SeekAndFind

Everyone should have a major caliber handgun, a rifle, and a shotgun.

Except for “progressives.”

😊


2 posted on 07/17/2023 9:11:22 PM PDT by Disambiguator
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To: SeekAndFind

In addition keep your home tactilized with hand guns in different locations in the home hidden for quick access.....


3 posted on 07/17/2023 9:31:52 PM PDT by The Sentient Sheep
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To: SeekAndFind

My God can the pandering to women by men just stop?

Please. Its important for everyone.

Women are not the only disadvantaged group. To say all men are equal in strength is ignoring reality. Guns are equalizers for men as well. And the elderly. And the disabled. And the working poor living in not so great locations.


4 posted on 07/17/2023 9:40:16 PM PDT by Secret Agent Man (Gone Galt; not averse to Going Bronson.)
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To: SeekAndFind

And its brave for anyone to fight back against attacking criminal thugs. No one calls a man brave for doing it though, unless hes protecting a woman. Cripes on toast.


5 posted on 07/17/2023 9:41:33 PM PDT by Secret Agent Man (Gone Galt; not averse to Going Bronson.)
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To: SeekAndFind
Women, like anyone else, have the right to feel safe and secure in their own homes. Unfortunately, criminals tend to perceive women as more vulnerable targets, making them potentially more susceptible to attacks. In situations where physical strength might be a disadvantage, a firearm can be an equalizer, enabling women to defend themselves effectively against larger or multiple assailants.

Four on one is not good odds for ANYONE who is the one, even if they are all men, or the four even happened to be four women attacking a man.

6 posted on 07/17/2023 10:39:24 PM PDT by metmom (He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.)
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To: Disambiguator

The only negative is she did not shoot and “kill” these criminals.


7 posted on 07/18/2023 2:43:37 AM PDT by joma89 (Buy weapons and ammo, folks, and have the will to use them.)
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To: Disambiguator
...handgun, a rifle, and a shotgun.

And a four wheel drive, and a country boy can survive.

8 posted on 07/18/2023 4:27:23 AM PDT by MikeSteelBe (The South will be in the right in the next war of Northern aggression.)
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To: Disambiguator
Everyone should have a major caliber handgun, a rifle, and a shotgun.

I used to have multiple shotguns, 10, 12, 16, 20 and 410, rifles, 30-06s, 30-30, 308, 22s and pistols, 38s, 357 Magnums, 9mm, 10mm, and then the boat sank and they all went to gun heaven, and now I only have a BB gun...life is tough:)

9 posted on 07/18/2023 6:38:55 AM PDT by USS Alaska (NUKE ALL MOOSELIMB TERRORISTS, NOW.)
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To: USS Alaska

That’s a shame.


10 posted on 07/18/2023 7:08:21 AM PDT by Disambiguator
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To: USS Alaska

Sounds like a Fun day at the Range
after drying them out !


11 posted on 07/18/2023 7:11:22 AM PDT by Big Red Badger (The Truman Show)
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To: USS Alaska
and now I only have a BB gun...life is tough:)

Hope it's not one of those dangerous, high-power, semi-automatic BB guns.

12 posted on 07/18/2023 11:11:32 AM PDT by chaosagent (Remember, no matter how you slice it, forbidden fruit still tastes the sweetest!)
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