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CCRKBA Says D.C. 'Crime Emergency' Is Result of 30 Years of Gun Control
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"Tourists robbed at gunpoint on the National Mall, a political activist murdered in Georgetown, robberies up 14 percent and armed assaults up 18 percent; these are the fruits of three decades of restrictive gun control in Washington, D.C., the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) said today."

"'For 30 years,' said CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb, 'we have witnessed the cruel hoax of restrictive gun laws in our nation's capitol. The insanity of gun control is revealed in the murder, rape, assault and robbery statistics that make the District of Columbia the crime capital of America. This is what happens when law-abiding citizens are told their Second Amendment rights have been suspended through elitist government fiat, and that they cannot possess the tools to defend themselves against criminal predators.'" ...

Using the Census to Achieve Gun Control
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"Demographers say that the red states are growing faster than the blue states, and that goes for the red counties within the blue states as well. So, conservatives in general, and gun owners in particular, only need to sit back and keep having babies, right?"

"Not necessarily. Ever hear of rotten boroughs? They were election districts in 18th century England that were designed geographically but had experienced huge losses of population ... Other districts, of course, represented many, many more voters. Yet all members of Parliament had the same vote. Not very fair, most would say ..." ...

"Add to the census and redistricting games the Motor Voter Act, and vote fraud rises to an even higher level. ..." ...

Florida Polar Opposite of DC (OFCC)
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"Critics of the pro-concealed carry movement claim that allowing law-abiding citizens the option of carrying firearms for personal protection invariably leads to an increase in crime, or, at worse does nothing to affect overall crime rates. ..."

"Often, one needs only to look at real-life examples of differences in gun policy and the resulting effect on the likelihood of being a victim of a violent crime."

"The state of Florida has long been a leader in gun rights reform in the United States. Recently, statistics were released showing that Florida's crime rate dropped for the 14th straight year to its lowest level since 1971. ..." ...

"In contrast, the nations capital has declared a 'Crime Emergency.'" ...

Senate bans gun seizures
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"The U.S. Senate on Thursday voted to prohibit the confiscation of legally owned guns during an emergency like last year's Hurricane Katrina, marking another victory for the gun lobby."

"By a vote of 84-16, the Senate embraced an amendment by Sen. David Vitter ..." ...

"Citing the constitutional right to bear arms, Vitter said that during an emergency people should be allowed to hold onto 'legally possessed firearms to defend your life, your property' at a time when telephone lines and cell phones probably are not operating and victims 'can't reach out to law enforcement authorities.'" ...

"Sen. Edward Kennedy, a Massachusetts Democrat, called the amendment 'pay-back time by the National Rifle Association,' ..." ...

A downright pleasing pistol
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"Nearly a century after its introduction the Model 1911 semi-automatic pistol remains one of the most popular styles with shooters around the world. Even after service in every major military conflict since World War I, the tried and true 1911 design continues to be duplicated or refined by most major pistol manufacturers and is widely used in competition, law enforcement and military applications."

"Over the years I've shot a number of 1911s from Springfield Mil-Spec basic models to Colt Gold Cup and Delta Elite versions. Recently I had the chance to run a number of rounds through a Kimber Custom Stainless II semi-auto 1911 chambered in .45 ACP and found it to be an exceptional firearm." ...

TX: Police: Homeowner shoots man in attempted home invasion
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"A 33-year-old man attempting a home invasion was shot by a Southmost homeowner and arrested early Wednesday, Brownsville police said."

"Officers responded to reports of gunfire ... just after 3 a.m. where they found Cosme Sanchez holding a tourniquet over his bleeding left leg." ...

"An investigation and witness statements led officers to the conclusion Sanchez and others were connected to several home invasions in the Southmost area. They believe he was attempting another invasion on the 300 block of Olmito Street when homeowner Enrique 'Kike' Cavazos, 23, threatened the intruders with a pistol."

"Cavazos fired warning shots, but Sanchez pulled a gun anyway, prompting Cavazos to shoot Sanchez in the knee." ...

NY: Deliveryman pulls gun on robbers; holds one
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Four youths tried to rob a pizza deliveryman at gunpoint Tuesday night, but the deliveryman pulled out his own gun and held one of the robbers until police arrived, police reported.

One boy, whose name was not released, was charged with attempted robbery, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal use of a firearm. His three young accomplices are still being sought.

The four juveniles ordered a pizza from Tomatoes Pizza, 1393 Kensington Ave., at about 8 p.m., Northeast District police said.

When the deliveryman brought the food to a house several blocks away on Kensington, the boys confronted him at gunpoint, and demanded his food and everything in his pockets. The deliveryman pulled out a .38-caliber revolver and three of the juveniles ran away.

LA: Details of Werner Park shooting revealed
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"A Werner Park homeowner and businessman who shot a burglar late Wednesday said if the man he confronted inside a bathroom of his closed business had been outside, that man would be alive today." ...

"This time, Hay took his pistol, a Rossi .44 Special revolver, and went over to his business, where he discovered a small side window opened."

"Hargrave said Bryant was not armed, but 'had taken some weapons from the business and put them in a pile, so the business owner did not know if he was armed or not.'" ...

"Hay has not been charged, though Hargrave said the case 'will be sent to the DA's office for review, as is standard in cases of justifiable homicide.'" ...

Canada: Man kills cougar in self-defense
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"Late last Thursday, one Lac la Hache resident had the fright of his life when he came face to face with a 175 lb., male cougar, said Conservation Officer Darcy MacPhee." ...

"The fatal encounter began earlier in the day when the man had been cutting down dead pine and noticed that his animals were acting strangely." ...

"MacPhee explained that later that day the man went to retrieve a power-saw ..."

"It was just before dark and he was a bit nervous because of his animals' behaviour, so he took a firearm with him."

"'He just walked a short distance from his house, saw the cougar and said it was 'loping towards him'.'"

"He waited until it was very close and fired one shot and killed it." ...

Statement of Paul Helmke, Former Three-Term Republican Mayor of Fort Wayne, on Senate Appropriations Activity
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"Paul Helmke, the former three-term Republican Mayor of Fort Wayne, Indiana who became President of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence on Monday, issued the following statement:"

"'I want to thank Senator Dianne Feinstein of California and the senators who supported her efforts today to share federal data that shows the role of corrupt gun dealers in supplying the illegal gun market. The Committee, unfortunately, chose to side with the gun pushers instead of law enforcement and local communities trying to combat gun violence.'" ...

CA: In California's 45th Congressional District, Brady Campaign Endorses David Roth, Who'll Put Child Safety Ahead of Campaign Cash
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"The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence today endorsed David Roth for Congress in the 45th Congressional district currently represented by Republican Mary Bono. The district extends from Riverside, California to the Arizona border."

"'David Roth is a smart and experienced leader who has the right priorities,' said Sarah Brady ... 'He cares about helping our families, about fighting crime and supporting our police ...'"

"Two weeks ago, incumbent Congresswoman Mary Bono voted to rescind a law that requires gun dealers to provide a child safety trigger lock with every handgun they sell. Her party leadership refused to allow a vote on renewing the landmark Federal ban on assault weapons in 2004, restoring Uzis and AK-47s to American streets." ...

KS: Shawnee Mission schools display anti-gun signs
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"Shawnee Mission School District administration had the state's concealed carry law in mind when presenting their new board policy on firearms." ...

"The policy prohibits firearms and other weapons on school property and requires the district to post signs outside of the schools stating this."

"Deputy Superintendent Robert DiPierro said the district wants to make sure patrons know firearms are not permitted on school property, even with a concealed handgun license."

"State legislators passed the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act this year ..."

"The legislation prohibits concealed weapons at schools ..."

"DiPierro said administration wanted to display signs at Shawnee Mission schools as an extra precaution." ...

After Mistaken Identity Takes Young Lives, Best Friend Hits the Road in a Volkswagen (Brady Campaign)
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"We should all be lucky enough to have a friend like Matt Doylemason, who would fight for us beyond eternity."

"Doylemason's best friend, Darren Kretchmar, 21, and an 18- year-old friend were shot and killed in Fernandez Park in Pinole, California on July 30, 2005 by a young man with a felony record who could not legally obtain a gun. The illegal gun was never recovered. He was shot, news reports said, because he was wearing a red shirt. A gang mistook him for a member of a rival gang." [emphasis added]

"He left behind a battered, nonworking 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit that Matt Doylemason has ratcheted and tinkered back to life."

"'I plan on driving Darren's Rabbit on a cross-country road trip called the 'End the Violence Rally,' Doylemason said. ..." ...

NY: Amicone lobbies against GOP gun bill
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"Yonkers Mayor Phil Amicone, a Republican, this afternoon joined urban mayors from around the country in lobbying GOP members of the U.S. Senate against a bill amendment limiting local law enforcement's ability to trace firearms sales."

"The effort ... comes as the Senate Appropriations Committee prepares today to consider an amendment to an appropriations bill from Sen. Todd Tihrt, R-Kan., that would make it more difficult for the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to track small-time gun dealers."

"The amendment also would prohibit the ATF from sharing gun trace data with local law enforcement, if the weapons are not connected to a crime. [emphasis added] ..."

TX: Dallas rebuilds scandalized police dept.
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"Besmirched by scandal and beset by racial tension, Dallas' police department needed to reinvent itself to be able to tackle the crime rate worst among U.S. big cities."

"Police Chief David Kunkle, hired two years ago to rebuild the department, has fired tainted officers, changed police tactics and gained City Hall support for his efforts. The result has been steady improvement in the nearly 3,000-member force, and crime, while still tops among big cities, has decreased."

"Kunkle has fired more than 30 officers for misconduct since taking office, 14 of them since June. The firings include two officers accused of drunken driving and an officer accused of stealing tires from the police impound lot." ...

UT: West Valley pays kin of slain man $450,000
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"West Valley City has released the dollar amount of a settlement between the city and the family of a man killed by a West Valley police officer."

"The settlement called for the city to pay the family of Bounmy Ousa $450,000. ... Ousa was shot in front of his home by detective Steven Ward on July 7, 2005." ...

"The lawsuit was filed in November 2005 after the family learned that the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office did not plan to prosecute Ward, who fired at Ousa as he approached Ward and another officer parked in an unmarked police car. ..."

"Ousa was unarmed, although investigators say he had a flashlight in his waistband and that he grabbed it as he approached the car ..." ...

TX: Van Zandt deputy indicted by grand jury
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"The Van Zandt County sheriff's investigator accused of shooting and beating his ex-wife last month and also firing shots at law enforcement officials has been indicted ..."

"James Finch ... was indicted last week on three counts of aggravated sexual assault; two counts of attempted capital murder; aggravated kidnapping; burglary of a habitation; aggravated assault; and endangering a child ..." ...

"Authorities have said Finch shot, badly beat and sexually assaulted his ex-wife ... during the wee morning hours of June 24."

"Before and during a two-hour standoff with law enforcement officials, authorities say Finch 'pistol whipped' his ex-wife; fired a total of 11 shots ... sexually assaulted her; and 'slammed her' around her mobile home." ...

CA: Jury deliberates former deputy's fate
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The fate of a former sheriff's deputy is now in the hands of the jury.

Paul Turner is charged with negligent storage of his service pistol which resulted in the accidental shooting death of seven-year old Gabbie Garcia two years ago.

The trial began on Tuesday with emotional testimony from witnesses including Garcias little brother who is now five-years old.

Just one day later, both sides wrapped up their cases. Jury deliberations will continue on Thursday.

Turner, who is no longer with the Tulare County Sheriffs Department, could spend three years behind bars if he is convicted.

CA: Former deputy gets 40 years to life in son's killing
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A former San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on Thursday for the murder of his son.

James Smith was found guilty of shooting his 20-year-old son in the family's Hesperia home on Aug. 27, 2004, following a physical confrontation between the two.

Prior to sentencing, Smith said he was sorry his son, Josh, was dead.

"There is nothing I can do to bring in him back," Smith said. "I'm not a murderer. I responded in self-defense."

Smith, 58, received 15 years to life for second-degree murder and 25 years to life for the gun enhancement, said Deputy District Attorney Anil Kaushal.

Read more about the trial in tomorrows Daily Press.

MI: Charges issued in theft of police uniforms
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"A police-issue handgun, a small arsenal of other firearms and several Sheboygan Police Department uniform shirts were taken from the home of a Sheboygan police officer last week, and today an 18-year-old Sheboygan man has been charged in relation to the thefts." ...

"Hening was among the attendees at a party that resulted in a broken kitchen window, a stolen chair and a damaged banister, in addition to the theft of the firearms and other items. Among the items Patton reported stolen were his Glock handgun issued by the police department and seven other pistols, rifles and shotguns ..."

"... The guns have not been recovered, [Assistant District Attorney] Haasch said." ...

MA: Coast Guardsman faces KKK recruiting charge
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"A Coast Guard petty officer stationed at Air Station Cape Cod is facing numerous charges, including recruiting for the Ku Klux Klan and illegal possession of a cache of weapons and explosive powder." ...

"Though Blair should be presumed innocent until the legal process runs its course, hate-group watchdogs are following the case closely because of what they say is a growing problem of white supremacist infiltration of the military."

"Citing interviews with Defense Department investigators, reports, magazine articles and Internet postings of racist organizations, the Southern Poverty Law Center, which tracks racist and right-wing militia groups nationally, estimates thousands of white supremacists may be in the military today." ...
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Submitter's Note: So much for the idea of freedom of association.

NJ: Gun accidentally fires in evidence bin
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"A black-powder, muzzle-loader rifle that was seized during a domestic violence case last year was accidentally fired this morning in an evidence room maintained by the Morris County Sheriff's Office. No one was injured."

"Authorities are investigating how the Thompson .50-caliber Renegade rifle was stored into evidence in 2005 while still loaded with black powder and a lead musket ball."

"'It should not be loaded and ready to fire in our evidence room,' Sheriff's Office Chief Thomas Baxter said." ...

"The muzzle loader was stored uncased in a bin, and its striking hammer apparently was lightly jostled ..."

"The hammer of the rifle, which had to be in a cocked position to go off, struck the cap, igniting the black powder ..." ...

CA: Judge declines to block CHP gun delivery
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"A Sacramento Superior Court judge on Thursday rejected a last ditch attempt by pistol seller SigArms Inc. to stop the California Highway Patrol from taking delivery of new Smith & Wesson guns later this month."

"Judge Gail D. Ohanesian denied a SigArms bid for a temporary restraining order ..."

"'I want to emphasize that I am not ruling on the merits of this case,' Judge Ohanesian said."

"She noted that SigArms had 'raised a number of interesting issues' about CHP procurement practices and its exclusive contract with All State Police Equipment Inc. ..."

"'It's possible that the court could ultimately void this contract so the parties are proceeding at their own risk,' she added." ...

AR: Big shots approve shooting range
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"Deer hunters are expected to be able to sight in their rifles in air-conditioned comfort before this falls season after approval was given by the Searcy City Council Tuesday for a new indoor shooting range."

"Ozark Arms ... requested a variance from city ordinances that prohibited the discharge of guns within the city limits. Jeff Hearn of Harrison, a part-owner of the business, addressed the city council about the issue at their regular monthly meeting Tuesday night." ...

"With the new ordinance, indoor firing ranges are permissible with a $50 inspection and permit fee paid to the city. Facilities must contain four walls, a floor and a ceiling capable of stopping the penetration of bullets." ...

OH: CPZ Signs at Best Buy Come Down (OFCC)
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"In yet another example of one person making a difference, OFCC member John Emmons reports that 'no guns' signs which had designated his local Best Buy as a Criminal Protection Zone have been removed."

"After spotting the sign earlier this month, John wrote to Best Buy corporate headquarters to complain. He was rewarded for his efforts when the sign came down."

"This is the email exchange which ensued prior to the sign coming down." ...

MT: Agency gets go-ahead to move gun range out of park
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Plans to move a rifle range from Makoshika State Park to nearby state lands close to Glendive won preliminary approval today.

The commission that oversees the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks agreed with the agency that a piece of land owned by the state Department of Natural Resources and Conservation could work as a new home.

A new plan for the park called for the removal of the rifle range, saying shooters could disturb visitors who use the campground or other facilities.

Shooters wanted to make sure they got a replacement that was no less desirable.

Parks administrator Joe Maurier says the plan could be a win-win situation for everyone. About 54-thousand people visited Makoshika last year.

CA: Pistol Course offered
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The Shooting Gallery Inc. will host a NRA First Steps Pistol Course on Sunday, July 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The four-hour course will be taught by local NRA certified instructors and will cover the basics of safe gun handling and shooting.

The course emphasizes the safe and proper handing and use of pistols. Participants will learn about firearm safety, parts and operation, shooting fundamentals, care and cleaning, storage options, selection and more. Shooting and range time are included in this course.

The course is $75 and The Shooting Gallery Inc. will supply all materials.

For more information or to sign-up call (707) 449-4867. The Shooting Gallery is located at 27 Commerce Place, Vacaville

MS: 'Castle doctrine' draws fans, critics in Pine Belt
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"Hattiesburg resident Tate Thriffiley is glad to know Mississippi supports his right to protect his family and his home."

"'Whether you live in the good old downtown or out west where things are sunny and new, it's nice to know the government of Mississippi supports your right to protect yourself,' he said." ...

"Today, he is thankful for a new law known as the 'Castle doctrine' that expands the rights of Mississippians to defend their homes, cars and businesses."

"If someone takes action against an intruder or carjacker, the law states he 'shall be presumed to have reasonably feared imminent death or great bodily harm,' that he has 'no duty to retreat' before using deadly force and that he is protected from being sued." ...

AZ: Gun Safety Campaign Kicks Off
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"A new campaign called 'Project Safe Neighborhood' has kicked off to promote gun safety in Arizona. In Tucson, authorities are focusing on neighborhoods in the 85745 zip code area, including neighborhoods west of Silverbell, between Sunset and 22nd Street."

"Authorities behind the campaign cite statistics that show higher gun-related deaths and injuries in this part of town. More than a dozen shooting deaths and injuries were reported in 2003."

"'We're looking at reducing illegal guns,' said Asst. Chief Kathleen Robinson, of the Tucson Police Dept. 'And we're also trying to educate the public, if you are a gun owner, how to keep those weapons safe in your home.'" ...

MD: Gun shop lost license, but can sell inventory
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"When federal officials revoked the dealer license of Valley Gun Shop in Parkville this year, owner Sanford Abrams looked to Washington."

"Abrams, a board member of the National Rifle Association, won a concession from federal prosecutors that allows the sale of more than 700 guns from his store's inventory - a move that outraged critics who thought his days of selling firearms were over. The buyer is likely to be the gun shop opening next door on Harford Road, in a building owned by Abrams' 80-year-old mother."

"The owner of Just Guns confirmed yesterday that he intends to buy all of Abrams' firearms and sell them on consignment after his store opens next month." ...

MA: Home firearm safety course offered
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"The Ipswich Fish and Game Association will host a Basic Firearms Safety Course on Tuesday, July 18, 6 to 10 p.m. The four-hour course will be taught by local state police certified and NRA certified instructor J. Eric Josephson and will cover the basics of home firearm safety."

"The four-hour, $25 course will emphasize the safe and proper handling and storage of shotguns, rifles and pistols. Participants will learn about firearm safety, parts, operation, care and cleaning, storage and transportation." ...

OH: Open records should not extend to gun owners' private information (BFA)
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"Gun owners used to finding themselves diametrically opposed to the media when it comes to the topic of concealed handgun license records being publicly accessible might be surprised to find themselves in agreement with much of a recent editorial by Akron Beacon Journal's Managing Editor Mizell Stewart III, entitled 'Government records laws benefit us all'." ...

"Should citizens be able to know where their tax dollars are being spent? Absolutely. Should the media be able to investigate rumors of abuses of power? Of course! But the case has still never been made by which there is any public good that can or has come from publicizing the names of Ohioans who have done nothing but seek to exercise their God-given, Constitutionally-recognized right to bear arms for self-defense." ...

Switzerland: NGOs demand tougher laws on weapons
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"A group of non-governmental organisations has called for tougher gun laws, pointing out that firearms are responsible for one suicide a day in Switzerland."

"The NGOs, representing branches of psychiatry, violence prevention and human rights, said on Thursday that the introduction of a central arms database would avoid much pain and grief."

"They pointed out that Switzerland's suicide rate at just under 1,500 a year was high compared with other countries." ...
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Submitter's Note: Completely ignoring the fact that overall suicide rates remain unchanged when gun access is restricted.

UK: Armed police raid homes
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"Armed police officers today swooped on homes in the Telford area in an operation launched after the theft of firearms. About 25 police, including some who were armed, were involved in the early morning raids."

"Homes in the Arleston and Dothill areas of Wellington were searched by Telford police, a West Mercia force spokeswoman said."

"The raids followed the theft of several firearms from a home in the Telford area towards the end of last month. They included a rifle with a silencer and a telescopic sight and four shotguns."

"No weapons were seized in todays raids and police are keen to trace the items." ...

UK: Firearms Stolen
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GUNS and ammunition have been stolen during a burglary at a village home.

A house in Overthorpe was targeted sometime between Monday and Wednesday when the offender broke in through a front window and stole a rifle, three shot guns and ammunition from a cabinet.

A bag used to carry the guns and cash were also taken.

Northamptonshire police is asking anyone with information, or who saw anything suspicious, to contact them on 08453 700700 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

UK: I thought gang was going to shoot my dad dead
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"A GIRL of 11 woke in terror as a masked gang gunned down her dad and threatened to shoot her as they stormed their Sheffield home."

"Little CJ Roberts was asleep in the living room when the mob 'knee-capped' 39-year-old Christopher with a silenced pistol after spraying him with CS gas."

"They then robbed the family - who were hours away from flying abroad on holiday - of cash, mobile phones and sentimental jewellery." ...

"Det Insp Terry Mann, of West Bar CID, said: 'I can confirm we are investigating a shooting. We are investigating this thoroughly and are treating the offence very seriously.'" ...

'Safer' revolver a nod to the new reality
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"My 'old-model,' or three-screw, Ruger revolver is back home after a visit to the factory, where it was fitted with a conversion kit."

"The conversion updates the Old West-style six-shooter that was best carried with only five cartridges in the cylinder and the lowered hammer on the empty chamber. The installed transfer-bar system makes the gun safer to carry fully loaded."

"'Safer' guns are the reality these days. It seems so many people who don't know the first thing about safe gun handling are willing to own and shoot firearms these days." ...