CHICAGO, IL – A recent dispute over a towing job escalated into gunfire, highlighting the dangers tow truck drivers can face and the critical role of concealed carry in self-defense. CWB Chicago reported that David Soto, 33, confronted two other tow truck drivers in a heated argument over a towing assignment on the 4600 block of West Harrison Street. The…
CHICAGO, IL – In a recent incident on Chicago’s South Side, law enforcement responded to a situation where a 30-year-old man sustained a leg injury from a gunshot after forcibly entering an apartment. Local news reported that the event unfolded in the 7100 block of South Jeffery, where the intruder encountered a 29-year-old resident. The resident, a licensed concealed carry…
CHICAGO, IL – A potential robbery in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood escalated into a gunfight early Tuesday morning, with the intended victim turning the tables on his assailant. The incident occurred at around 4:22 a.m. in the 5400 block of North Winthrop Avenue. According to Chicago Police, a 23-year-old man was approached by an individual who emerged from an SUV and…
MACON COUNTY, IL – In a remarkable display of responsible firearm use and community vigilance, two armed homeowners in Illinois played a pivotal role in apprehending suspects involved in a car theft and subsequent police chase. The drama began at Casey’s General Store in Argenta, where deputies responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle. Upon discovery that the car was…
CHICAGO, IL – Two armed robbers were chased out of Chicago-area liquor store by an armed clerk in early November, opening fire on them as they tried to shake down the store. The incident was part of a string of liquor store robberies in the Chicago area over the past few months. Liquor Store Shootout Sends Armed Robbers On The…
CHICAGO, IL – A dramatic shootout in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood, which escalated over a stolen car, has raised serious concerns about the dangers of individuals taking law enforcement matters into their own hands. The incident, which unfolded in a grocery store parking lot, ended with gunfire and a significant crash, highlighting the potential risks of such confrontations. As CBS News…
CHICAGO, IL – A 17-year-old boy got a dose of reality when a licensed concealed carry holder shot at him during a robbery at a Northwest Side burrito restaurant, according to the Chicago Police Department. The incident occurred around 9:35 p.m. on Monday at Taco Burrito King, located at 5413 West Belmont. Reports say the teen, known for causing trouble…
PEORIA, IL – A fatal shooting occurred in South Peoria on Monday, January 15, 2024, following what police believe was a robbery setup disguised as a Facebook Marketplace vehicle transaction. The incident took place around 5:04 pm in the 2100 block of West Lincoln Avenue, where Peoria Police responded to a Shot Spotter alert of five rounds fired. Upon their…
CHICAGO, IL – In a response to an armed carjacking incident in Chicago early Jan. 5, a man, after being forced out of his car at gunpoint, quickly entered his home and armed himself. He then confronted the carjacker, reclaiming his vehicle and held the suspect at gun point. The incident began when the victim, a 39-year-old man, was sitting…
CHICAGO, IL – Early this morning in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood, a dramatic encounter unfolded at V’s Convenience Store located at 460 East 61st Street. Three male suspects shattered the store’s front door window around 4:35 a.m., initiating a burglary. Vanessa Harris, the 40-year-old store owner, arrived on the scene as the suspects were taking merchandise. Confronted by one of the burglars…