73 Year Old Man WINS a Home Invasion with a Handgun - TheFirearmGuy

Published on August 30, 2019
Duration: 3:53

This video recounts a home invasion incident where a 73-year-old man successfully defended himself against a 51-year-old intruder using a handgun. The narrative highlights the effectiveness of an armed citizen in deterring criminals and emphasizes the fear criminals have of armed individuals compared to law enforcement. The incident underscores the importance of personal defense preparedness.

Quick Summary

A 73-year-old man successfully defended his home against an intruder using a Sig Sauer 9mm handgun. The homeowner kept the firearm readily accessible, and its presence led to the intruder's immediate cooperation and subsequent arrest, highlighting the effectiveness of armed citizens in self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Gun Control Debate
  2. 00:16Home Invasion Incident in Akron, Ohio
  3. 00:34Victim's Prior Burglary and Stolen Items
  4. 01:13The Second Break-In at 5 AM
  5. 01:28Homeowner Sleeps With Handgun
  6. 01:34Confrontation in the Living Room
  7. 01:44Intruder's Reaction to the Handgun
  8. 02:02Intruder Cooperates with Commands
  9. 02:16Homeowner Retrieves Cellphone
  10. 02:23Criminals Fear Armed Citizens
  11. 02:34Prisoner Surveys on Criminal Fears
  12. 02:50Arrest and Outcome
  13. 02:56The Gun as the Deciding Factor
  14. 03:14The Sig 9mm: The Great Equalizer
  15. 03:26Conclusion: Homeowner Survives
  16. 03:43Call to Action: Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

How did a 73-year-old man defend himself during a home invasion?

The 73-year-old homeowner was sleeping with a Sig Sauer 9mm handgun. When an intruder broke into his home at 5 AM, he confronted the intruder downstairs. The presence of the handgun and the homeowner's commands led to the intruder's immediate cooperation and subsequent arrest.

What firearm was used in the home invasion defense?

The homeowner successfully defended himself using a Sig Sauer 9mm handgun. He kept the firearm next to him while sleeping, ready for immediate use in case of a threat.

Why are criminals more fearful of armed citizens than law enforcement?

According to surveys of prisoners, criminals fear armed citizens more because they believe armed citizens will use lethal force without hesitation and are not bound by the same ethical protocols as law enforcement officers.

What happened to the intruder in the Akron home invasion?

The 51-year-old intruder was arrested by police after the 73-year-old homeowner confronted him with a handgun. The intruder fully cooperated with the homeowner's instructions, demonstrating fear of being shot.

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