Ohio Student Faces Murder Charges After Shooting Ex-Boyfriend in Self-Defense
#DomesticAbuse #SelfDefenseCollege student Claire Touvell, 23, faces first-degree murder charges for shooting her ex-boyfriend, Stephen Horton, 22, in Ohio. Her lawyer claims she acted in self-defense following a history of abuse. Horton was awaiting trial for various charges. read more
Marginalized Americans Arm for Protection Amid Rising Threats and Rhetoric
#SelfDefense #MarginalizedGroupsAmericans from marginalized groups are arming themselves in anticipation of increased threats of violence following the president-elect's return to power. Women and LGBTQ+ individuals are enrolling in gun classes and purchasing firearms for self-defense against potential attacks fueled by misogynistic and anti-trans rhetoric. read more
#USCrime #SelfDefense
USC student Ivan Gallegos, 19, won't face charges for fatally stabbing a homeless man who broke into his car. The LA District Attorney's Office found he acted in self-defense, fearing for his life as the man claimed to have a gun. read more
#SelfDefense #JiuJitsu
An 18-year-old jiu-jitsu blue belt, Gavin "G" Archer, choked an attacker unconscious at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu in Indianapolis. CCTV footage captures the confrontation and Archer's martial arts skills in action, leading to plans for filing charges. read more