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... "And then there are the contradictory and hypocritical attitudes regularly displayed toward criminals on one side of the law versus law-abiding gun owners and police on the other. Because liberals tend to view criminals as "basically good," they like to explain away anti-social behavior as society's fault. Conversely, since they believe that guns, not people, do, in fact, kill people, they distrust the motives and behavior of anyone who professes to want to own or use a firearm for peaceful, constructive reasons."
"The latest example of this kind of PC stupidity is the policy of disarming campus police officers at three out of the four University of Nebraska campuses. ..." ... |
NJ: Tell it like it is
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"Ceasefire New Jersey identifies itself as 'a statewide coalition devoted to reducing gun violence.' It further says it has 'no interest in restricting the responsible use of legitimate hunting and sporting weapons.'
"But if you continue to read its Web site, you will find it supports legislation that would impose even more restrictions on law-abiding firearms owners while -- once again -- doing nothing to prevent gun violence by criminals."
"Ceasefire also wants to ban .50-caliber hunting rifles. ... But the .50-caliber rifle most overwhelmingly used in this state is a muzzle-loader used for deer hunting. To make things more comical, Ceasefire calls this old firearm a 'sniper rifle.' ..." ... |
MS: Burglary suspect killed on porch
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"A Jackson man who shot through his front door at a suspected house burglar early Sunday morning never intended to kill him, a relative said."
"But Marcus Rawls, 23, of Jackson was found dead on the porch at 4:36 a.m. wearing a ski mask and gloves, officials said." ...
"Willis said his brother told him two men he didn't know knocked on his door at 2 a.m. Sunday. And when Marshall didn't answer, the men tried to kick down his door, so he fired shots to scare the men off. Thinking he had done so, he went to bed, Willis said."
"A few hours later, Marshall's cousin drove by the house and called Marshall when he saw a man lying on the porch, Willis said." ... |
TX: Thorndale Woman Fatally Mauled By Dogs
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"A 76-year-old woman died after Pit Bull Rottweilers attacked her this weekend. She was mauled to death while riding a lawnmower in her front yard .." ...
"Seventy-six-year-old Lillian Stiles died a horrific death, attacked by six Pit Bull Rottweilers. Lillian had been riding the lawnmower in her front yard when she was attacked. A passer-by saw it, tried to help, but was bitten instead, so he ran into the house looking for Stiles' husband, Jack."
"'He asked me, he said, 'Do you have a gun?' And I said, 'Yes.' I came in the house and got my 22 rifle, and as I went outside, one of the dogs was charging toward me, face-to-face, and that's when I shot that dog,' Jack said."
"Jack scared off the other five dogs, but it was too late. ..." ... |
OR: Ore. legislative error weakens handgun law
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"A housekeeping bill passed by the 2003 Legislature inadvertently wiped out a tool used by police to keep guns out of the hands of people considered dangerous."
"The legislative mishap was discovered this fall, when the Oregon Court of Appeals ruled that the Washington County sheriff had no right to confiscate the gun permit of Tom Bates, of Raleigh Hills, for making threats to state officials and phone company employees."
"The judge ruled, moreover, that not only had Sheriff Rob Gordon erred when he took away Bates' permit, but that no Oregon sheriff can use the 'danger to self or others' revocation clause to take away the gun permits of Oregonians in the future." ... |
CA: Former deputy sentenced
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"A former Shasta County sheriff�s deputy acquitted last month of involuntary manslaughter in the death of a 23-year-old vehicle burglary suspect was sentenced today to four months in jail for assault." ...
"[Shasta County Superior Court Judge William] Gallagher, who noted that Dean was acquitted of manslaughter and that it was determined at trial that Dean was justified in taking down and arresting Philapandeth, said Dean crossed the line when he began repeatedly striking him with a pepper spray canister in order to unnecessarily gain his total submission."
"'That�s where I think Mr. Dean went wrong,' said Gallagher. 'He misunderstood how far he could go.'" ... |
AZ: Taxpayers outraged over paid leave for admitted felon
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"In the Aug. 10 article 'Deputy pleads guilty to federal felony,' about Maricopa County Sheriff�s Office Deputy Leo Driving Hawk pleading guilty to a federal felony, MCSO continued to employ Driving Hawk in its internal affairs department."
"Additionally, the article quotes MCSO Public Information Officer Lt. Paul Chagolla as saying, 'We are working with the federal officials on their investigation, and he (Driving Hawk) is on administrative leave with pay while we do that.' Sonoran News has been attempting to verify the accurateness of the quote. However, Chagolla does not return Sonoran News� phone calls." ...
"Meanwhile Sonoran News has been bombarded with calls by irate citizens wanting to know why a law enforcement officer, who is an admitted felon, is retained on the payroll at taxpayer expense." ... |
RI: Police departments scaling back 'always armed' policies
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"Police departments nationwide are scaling back long-standing policies requiring officers to carry their weapons around the clock, and a civil rights lawsuit brought by the mother of a slain black officer could hasten the trend."
"So-called 'always armed, always on duty' policies require officers to respond to crimes even when they're not working, and keep their guns with them at all times. ..." ...
"The International Association of Chiefs of Police has called 'always on duty' policies a costly tradition. The group, which has more than 20,000 members, recommends that off-duty officers who witness a crime call for assistance rather than pulling a weapon." [emphasis added] ... |
TN: Metro policeman arrested on multiple charges
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"A Metro Police sergeant is facing a list of charges after being arrested Monday morning by one of his own officers. The department said that Sgt. Kurt Bartlett, a six-year veteran of the force, was driving under the influence and refused to be arrested. Bartlett was off-duty and in his personal vehicle when he ran into trouble with an officer from his own department."
"In Night Court ... Officer John Richards described what happened before the arrest. Richards said he first spotted Bartlett driving his black SUV down White Bridge Road at a high rate of speed. When the officer tried to stop him, he said that the sergeant sped up and refused to pull over. There was a brief pursuit before Bartlett eventually drove home." ... |
India: Teacher recounts AR's brutality
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"Even as condemnations continue to pour in against the killing of four members of a family at Tamenglong allegedly by Assam Rifles, a school teacher was thrashed black and blue by AR personnel at Sagang in Bishnupur." ...
"Abdulla said that he was then taken to the AR camp at Sagang where he was accused of collecting money for underground outfits."
"The personnel asked him to disclose the names of some cadres, but since he was innocent, he could not tell them anything, said the school teacher."
"'After some time they let me off but not before beating me ruthlessly,' said Abdulla." ...
"'Before I was set free I was threatened that I would be killed if any complaint is lodged,' said Abdulla." ... |
OH: Every Vote Counts (BFA)
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"Yes is clich�, but it�s true. But how much of a difference does your effort to vote really make?"
"Consider Buckeye Firearms endorsee Paul Blevins. This year he was up for re-election of the Elyria city council, ward 4."
"Paul was very outspoken and influential in preventing the city council from adopting a gun ban similar to what the City of Clyde adopted in 2004. On election night a few weeks ago, Paul lost by 13 votes (1140-1127). But wait, there were still 36 absentee votes, and 20 provisional ballots to cast." ... |
GA: Record checks deter criminals
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"It's not getting any easier to buy a firearm in Georgia, but fewer gun-seekers are turned away each year after undergoing mandatory background checks."
"Nationally, the percentage of buyers refused a firearm has fallen each year from 1999 to 2003, the most recent year for which complete figures are available, according to the U.S. Justice Department." ...
"The instant check process has been advocated 'for years' by National Rifle Association members, like himself, Mr. Finley said."
"'Instant checks also help gun dealers to stay honest. So we can know in advance if someone is worthy,' he said." ... |
IL: Chicago Mayor Loves Socialist Education
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"For years now Richard Daley, Mayor of Chicago has enjoyed a growing reputation among the political Leftists in this country. He has been one of the leading local and national proponents of 'victim disarmament' (he calls it gun control). Daley's rationale seems to be that if only the honest people would all just turn in their firearms then the gangbangers would not have to worry about shooting them when they committed robbery or mayhem because they would all know that none of the honest people had anything left to defend themselves with. Cuts down on the murder rate, you know." ... |
UT: U firearms policy is ineffective
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An air pistol intramural-sports turkey shoot anywhere on the U campus is newsworthy for several reasons ("Top gun," Nov. 23)-not the least of which is how it belies the illegal and yet-to-be-retracted U policy against firearms.
As an activity that would violate this policy, was it more notable that the activity happened apparently without so much as a wink and a nod-or that the activity proved how absurdly easy it was to bring firearms on campus, regardless of the impotent policy?
Either way, congratulations to the intramural-sports department and Chronicle staffers, who considered the activity for what it was: legal, responsible and safe competition.
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NY: Suspect Questioned in Shooting Death of Police Officer
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"A suspect is undergoing questioning in connection with the shooting death of a New York City police officer early Monday morning in Brooklyn." ...
"'I have to say, as a trauma surgeon, I have to unburden myself of one thought, which is despite the heroic efforts of the NYPD, this country and this city are awash with guns, and despite everything we try to do to stop it, they creep in basically from out of state,' said Dr. Robert Kurtz, the Director of Service for Trauma and Surgical Care at Kings County. ..." ...
"'Sadly, we live in a world with many too many guns,' added Mayor Michael Bloomberg. ..." ... |
MA: Massachusetts Clarifies Muzzleloader Law
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"Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney today signed legislation aimed at providing one clear definition of a loaded shotgun or rifle for the state's hunting enthusiasts. For years, two competing definitions have existed on the books, leaving law abiding gun owners wondering when and how they can enter or cross a public way with their firearms."
"'Today, we are simplifying the gun laws in Massachusetts,' Romney said. 'With this legislation, our hunters will know precisely what is expected of them.'
"By law, no person is permitted to carry a loaded rifle or shotgun on a public way, so hunters must unload their firearms if they encounter a roadway or other public thoroughfare while hunting." ... |
OH: Ohio Youth Hunt Success Up 31 Percent
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"Young hunters across Ohio took advantage of great weather last weekend, taking 31 percent more deer than in 2004, during the Third Annual Youth Deer-Gun Season. Hunters age 17 and under killed 8,722 deer in the special two-day season, aimed at providing a high-quality hunt for youngsters, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Last year's youth hunt saw a deer harvest of 6,673."
"The Division of Wildlife estimated 15,000 young hunters took to the fields and forests during the two-day season. Counties reporting the greatest number of deer killed were Tuscarawas (390), Holmes (334), Harrison (269), Guernsey (255), and Coshocton (252)." ... |
PA: Deer season brings boost to local economy
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"Larry Loveland stood behind the counter and, turning to the next page in a large book, began writing out another of his best-selling item Sunday -- a deer-hunting license."
"Loveland, owner of Highland Gun Shop, is among the Bradford County business owners looking to profit this week from the antler and antlerless deer season beginning today, with area businesses from sporting goods stores to fast-food chains offering deals to hunters."
"Aside from expected sales of hunting licenses and gear at sporting goods stores, business owners said the season provides a boost to local lodging, with non-residents traveling to Bradford County for its reputation of good hunting grounds." ... |
WV: Deer Harvest Down By Design
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"Deer-only gun buck season started a week ago in West Virginia and ends this week and today was opening day in Ohio."
"Hunters have been flocking to the woods looking for the big buck but they haven't been finding many."
"'By design we were trying to bring deer populations down to our management objectives,' says Paul Johansen with the Division of Natural Resources. 'It appears as if we were successful in that regard.'"
"While the final figures on how many deer were killed this season won't be available for more than a week, official game check stations throughout Kanawha County are reporting a downsized harvest." ... |
MS: Not-So-Primitive Weapon Deer Season Opens In Miss.
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"When deer season changes Friday from gun season to primitive weapons, the change won't be as drastic as in past years."
"Under new guidelines passed last spring ... the definition of primitive weapons was changed from muzzle loaders to include certain rifles that can fire modern cartridges."
"The restrictions are that they be a single-shot, breech-loading rifle of at least .38 caliber with an exposed hammer. The rifle also must be of a design or a replication or reproduction of a kind or type of firearm first introduced prior to 1900."
"Archery rules were also changed to allow all hunters, with the purchase of a special permit, to use crossbows during all gun and primitive weapon seasons." ... |
PA: Deer hunters track down last-minute buys
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"Hunter Wilson flew 900 miles, abandoning the palm trees of Florida for the pines of Pennsylvania and the opening of antlered deer season today."
"The Tampa man, who grew up in Camp Hill, said he would travel twice as far to hunt in Pennsylvania."
"'I hunt here every year,' Wilson said yesterday while buying a hunting license and last-minute supplies ..."
"'Pennsylvania has real woods, real cold and sometimes real snow. A friend and I hunt in the Dillsburg area,' he said."
"Hunters seeking big bucks today spent big bucks yesterday getting supplies. Pennsylvania's buck season runs daily, except for Sundays, through Dec. 10. Antlerless deer may be taken only by hunters with county-specific doe licenses." ... |
Canada: Inner discipline a 'better choice'
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"The body of 18-year-old Amon Beckles was laid to rest on Saturday."
"Beckles was Toronto's 69th homicide this year, the 48th to die by gunfire. The majority of those killed, like Beckles, were young black men. Beckles was gunned down at a church while attending the funeral of his friend, 17-year-old Jamal Hemmings, who had been himself gunned down days earlier."
"The brazen shooting of Beckles at the doorsteps of a church has jumpstarted a flurry of activity and dialogue about what can be done to end the gun violence in Toronto. Mayor David Miller, the Prime Minister's Office and many community groups have stepped up their efforts to find a solution." ... |
South Africa: KZN police destroy thousands of illegal firearms
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"Kwazulu-Natal police have destroyed more than 7,000 illegal firearms as part of the haul of illegal guns seized and also those handed over voluntarily during the amnesty period."
"... Thousands of pistols, revolvers and even homemade guns were destroyed ... The haul was part of a huge crackdown on violent crimes in the province. Twenty thousand other firearms have been confiscated around the province."
"Police say despite strict laws on the possession of illegal and unlicensed weapons, people are still taking chances. 'It seems our operations are working, we have made a dent in the collection of these illegal arms, but there has been an increase in the number of murders with criminals using knives' ..." ... |
Australia: Police investigate two armed holdups
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"A MAN is suspected of attempted robbery at a Melbourne bank and an armed holdup a little over a hour later at a nearby gaming venue."
"A man entered a bank at the Mountain Gate Shopping Centre, at suburban Ferntree Gully, at 4.55pm (AEDT) yesterday and passed a note to a staff member demanding cash, police said."
"Police believe the man had a gun concealed under his shirt."
"'Quick thinking staff managed to activate a security screen, causing the bandit to flee empty handed,' Acting Sergeant Karla Dennis said."
"Later, police were called to a gaming venue at the Knox City Shopping Complex after reports of an armed holdup." ... |
Australia: Teens in court for orange gun ['spud gun'] use
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"POLICE are investigating a south-west plumbing firm that manufactured a low-powered firearm for three teens for $17."
"Two of the teens Joseph Gordon Moore and Jessie Paul Millyard pleaded guilty in the Warrnambool Magistrates Court yesterday to possessing an unregistered firearm, using an unregistered firearm, carrying a loaded firearm, damaging property with a firearm and recklessly engaging in conduct likely to cause serious injury." ...
"The court heard the trio went to a plumbing firm and paid $17 for a ready-made 'orange gun' constructed out of PVC piping."
"They then used the weapon to fire oranges, potatoes and onions around a residential area of Warrnambool, causing minor damage to one nearby house ..." ... |
UK: �5,000 reward after raid by armed gang
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"A REWARD of �5,000 has been offered in a bid to catch three armed robbers who opened fire on security guards at a cash point."
"Police said a 'substantial' amount of money had been taken when the three men, all armed with guns, held up the Securicor guards at the Tesco supermarket in Hotsmore Avenue, March, on Friday night."
"The men were holding shot guns and pistol-style handguns, and are said to have waved the weapons at shoppers at the busy supermarket before firing into the air."
"They also hit one of the guards over the head before snatching the cash, leaving him with minor injuries."
"Det Insp Ian Simmons, who is investigating, said the men were clearly dangerous and now on the run." ... |
Canada: Gun held to clerk�s head during Ajax robbery
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A clerk had a handgun held to his head during an armed robbery Sunday evening at an Ajax electronics store.
Durham Regional Police are looking for three suspects in connection with the robbery, which occurred around 5:30 p.m. at a Harwood Avenue shop.
Police say one of the suspects pointed a black handgun at the clerk�s head and threatened to kill him while his accomplices made off with cash and electronics. The gunman is described as black, in his mid-20s, wearing a knee-length coat with a fur-lined hood and baggy pants. |
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