BIG NEWS! CLEARED Utah Open Carrier Speaks Out After Being Blamed for No Kings Shooting

Published on December 10, 2025
Duration: 13:05

This video discusses a controversial incident in Salt Lake City, Utah, where an open carrier, Arturo Gamboa, was shot and blamed for a protest shooting. The host, Jared, clarifies that Gamboa's rifle was unloaded and he was exercising his legal rights. The shooter, Matthew Scott Alder, faces murder charges, while Gamboa was cleared. The segment highlights the importance of legal defense for gun owners and emphasizes that open carry does not equate to reckless action.

Quick Summary

In a Utah open carry incident, Arturo Gamboa was wrongly blamed after a protest shooting. His AR-15 style rifle was unloaded, and he was legally exercising his rights. He was cleared of charges, while the shooter faces murder charges, highlighting legal protections and consequences.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Utah Open Carry Incident
  2. 01:04Incident Details: June 14, 2025
  3. 02:54Gamboa's Statement & Legal Release
  4. 05:06Legal Defense for Gun Owners
  5. 06:53Charges Filed Against Shooter
  6. 08:32Key Takeaways for 2A Community

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in the Utah open carry case discussed?

In Salt Lake City, Utah, Arturo Gamboa was openly carrying an unloaded AR-15 style rifle during a protest. A volunteer peacekeeper, Matthew Scott Alder, fired his weapon, hitting Gamboa and killing a bystander. Gamboa was initially arrested but later released and cleared of charges.

Was Arturo Gamboa charged in the Utah protest shooting?

No, Arturo Gamboa was not charged. Prosecutors determined he was legally exercising his First and Second Amendment rights while openly carrying an unloaded rifle. The shooter, Matthew Scott Alder, faces second-degree murder charges.

What are the key takeaways regarding open carry and use of force?

The incident highlights that open carry does not automatically imply reckless action. It also underscores that using force has serious legal consequences, even if intentions are good, and that the burden of proof should be on prosecutors, not law-abiding citizens.

What legal protections are available for gun owners after a shooting incident?

Services like 'Attorneys on Retainer' are promoted, emphasizing that even if a gun owner is legally justified, they can still face arrest and legal challenges. Having legal representation is crucial in self-defense cases.

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