Firearms Friday: When Bad Guys Break In — Real Home Defense Successes

This week on Firearms Friday we’re zeroing in on real world self-defence: ordinary Americans, often out-gunned, who stood their ground when intrusion turned violent. We’ll walk you through each scenario—what happened, how it ended, and what you should learn.
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Stories covered:

In Phoenix, a homeowner responded to a burglary at his house near 7th and Northern. The intruder broke in the backyard, the homeowner fired, and the suspect was killed.
FOX 10 Phoenix

In Riverside County (El Sobrante), a homeowner shot an alleged burglar who forced entry late at night. Police are investigating.
CBS News

In Aurora, Colorado, detectives say a garage intrusion around 5 a.m. ended with the homeowner — early signs show no charges expected.
CBS News

In Encino, California, a 14-year-old alleged burglar was shot during a morning home-invasion by the homeowner.
NBC Los Angeles

In Idaho, an 85-year-old woman used a .357 magnum hidden under her pillow to kill an intruder who had handcuffed her and threatened her life. Prosecutor called it “one of the most heroic acts of self-preservation.”
People.com
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Why this matters:

These are core examples of what it means to defend your home, your castle — not just symbolically, but practically.

Legal and moral lessons: what state law looks like when the wrong guy breaks in.

Tactical realities: the timing, the gear, the mindset.

Prevention and preparation: how you ensure you’re not caught flat-footed.

If you believe that the right to defend your life and home is sacred, and you’re serious about the gear, training and mindset required — this episode is for you. Subscribe, stay alert, stay ready.

Tags: firearms, self defence, home invasion, Second Amendment, concealed carry, defensive gun use, veteran, MAGA, gun rights