Armed Jogger Shoots Robbery Suspect In Texas

posted on February 24, 2017

Giving new meaning to the adage, “You can run, but you can’t hide,” a jogger in Texas took down a would-be robber and left him injured in a very tender spot.

Arlington police told CBS DFW that a man jogging to the gym noticed a truck following close behind. Suddenly a young man darted from the truck, pulled a gun and demanded money. However, the runner was carrying his own concealed weapon, and he drew his gun and fired at the robber several times—hitting the suspect in the groin. The suspect ran back to the truck and sped away. 

Investigators quickly found the truck abandoned and determined it had been stolen, while also getting tips that the suspect had gotten into an SUV driven by a woman. When detectives pulled over the SUV, the teenage suspect in the passenger seat immediately surrendered, telling police “I’ve been shot.” The suspect was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Latest

13307453745 01B987c02f K
13307453745 01B987c02f K

A Freedom Award for George Soros?

It’s likely hard for most American gun owners to understand why President Biden recently bestowed the Presidential Medal of Freedom upon George Soros.

The Armed Citizen® January 10, 2025

True stories of the right to keep and bear arms

So Long, Steve Dettelbach

Dettelbach’s resignation is welcome news for those who understand and cherish the Second Amendment-protected right to keep and bear arms.

Top Second Amendment Stories of 2024

Now that 2024 has concluded, it’s worth looking back on the biggest Second Amendment stories of last year.

The Armed Citizen® January 3, 2025

True stories of the right to keep and bear arms

29th Annual NRA National Gun Collectors Show

The 29th Annual NRA National Gun Collectors Show will be held in Las Vegas, Nev., on Jan. 24 and 25, 2025.



Get the best of America's 1st Freedom delivered to your inbox.