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Originally Posted by Matzy
I would like to know how many "self-defenses" with a gun (round about 300 million hand guns in private hands) are in the US every year. Does someone know where to look up? Thanks
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There are thousands of "self-defense" cases, but the exact number is always disputed. Some cases are nothing more than brandishing the weapon, and some are cases of actual shootings. How many cases have we seen on TV where a small child saves the day when a burglar breaks into the home? They get the spot light. Or, the small old fragile woman or old gent that stops a car jacking or robbery? These are what make the news, not the everyday self defense. Most involved individuals do not want the publicity for fear of retaliation.
I wonder how many lives are saved when even just one criminal is put down in self defense. Wouldn't that be an interesting study, if it was possible to predict accurately? Think of the money that is saved the taxpayer every time a scumbag is put down permanently.