Gun Control Essay

On March 8, 2013, Brook went into his father’s gun cabinet and took a .22 Smith & Wesson revolver into the bedroom of his parents while they were asleep. Brook aimed the gun and began to fire, shooting his father fist than his mother. His father managed to call 911 and reported that he and his wife had been shot by an intruder, not knowing it was his own son who had shot them.

Matt has always worried about what could happen to his children and protected them to the best of his abilities. He felt hopeless that there was nothing he could’ve done to prevent his son’s death. Matt knew there was a way to help Ruth feel better and she knew what his intentions were. He told Willis, “She knows I started carrying it after the first time she saw him in town. She knows it’s in case I see him, and there’s some kind of a situation—”. (Dubus 95). He started carrying the gun around to use against Richard if the opportunity ever came. The narrator states, “Each day he felt the same and when he was able to forget how he felt, when he was able to force himself not to feel that way, the eyes of his clerks and customers defeated him.” (Dubus 98). By this time, Matt’s id decided it was time to kill Richard. His plan was to kidnap him with Willis’ help, this is his ego making sure everything is right so he doesn’t get caught. Although, Matt had a lot of opportunities to kill him throughout the night, he didn’t. His superego made him hesitate until Richard tried to run

Climi stated that while he was traveling to the destination the suspect picked up the firearm. Climi stated that the suspect began to wave it around and point it at Climi several times. Climi advised that while the suspect was pointing the gun at him, the suspect became aware of Climi’s concern and proceeded to rack the slide several times discarding one bullet at a time until the magazine was empty. Climi advised that the suspect then showed him that the gun was empty and then placed the bullets along with the empty firearm in a plastic shopping bag. Climi then stated that the suspect proceeded to make statements in regards to him being ex-military and how he had 40 confirmed kills. Climi further advised that the suspect stated that he was a convicted felon but had his concealed carry permit restored. Climi stated that when he arrived at his destination at approximately 2:34 A.M. the suspect asked to be picked up again at 5:30 A.M. to which Climi stated that he was not sure where he would be at that time. Climi advised that the suspect then stated that he would find him if he did not

As he is waiting at the bar to ambush Strout he hoped the presence of friends would thwart his own efforts, “when Strout came around it alone Matt got out of the car, giving up the hope he had kept all night (and for the past week) that Strout would come out with friends,” (101). Matt understands that he is vulnerable to humanizing Strout, and tries to avoid this as much as possible to make sure he follows through with his murder as “Matt had not told Willis he was afraid he could not be alone with Strout for very long, smell his smells, feel the presence of his flesh, hear his voice, and then shoot him.” (102). Despite killing his son, Matt‘s ability to empathize, which is a prominent reason why he is so caring for his family, is an obstacle that must be overcome, as it prevents him from being merciless towards his

Found that the gun had belonged to the Dr’s father and was given to him

For example, in Sandy Hook Elementary School (New York). 20 year-old Adam Lanza fatally shot 20 children and 6 adult staff members after killing his mother at their Newtown home. Base on a comprehensive examination of Adam Lanza, which found out he was completely untreated for his metal illness in the years before the shooting for psychiatric and physical ailments such as anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. His mother was mentally healthy and stable when she purchases the gun. But mostly importantly, Family should also be examined for any mental disorders before purchasing firearms.

Matt was left unaccompanied in the wilderness for, what was suppose to be, 6 weeks. During those

No weapon of any kind, if they knew they were drunk trying to teach someone how to shoot was the wrong idea. Anything could have gone wrong at any moment. The case doesn’t really go into a lot of details, but I feel like it should have been more evidence or at least a trial. Because if it was an accident then why would she point the gun directly at her husband and shoot. Someone who does not know how to control a gun wouldn’t want to hold the gun or even be around one. With this one she reached for the gun and just shot him, and watch him hit the ground. Investigators believe she knew what she was doing because she handled at least three other guns that night and neither one of those had rounds in the chambers. But this particular semiautomatic pistol had a bullet in it that killed her

When they arrived, Katie opened the door immediately. They showed her the same picture of the gun they showed to John and asked the same question. Katie had no problem going to the safe in the closet leading off the master bedroom where the gun was always kept. They got to the safe, and the gun was lying on the floor right in front of the safe.

The gun control epidemic has swept across America like wildfire. Opposing views on gun control have been argued tirelessly to no avail. As guns become more readily available, a great number of protests come forth. This seemingly never-ending cycle is at the forefront of most North American's conscience.Whether these protests are on the local news stations, newspapers, or on the abundance of social media outlets you cannot escape the gun control conversation and propaganda. Many people believe citizens should not have access to guns and others believe in their rights to bear arms. Both points of view boil down to who these people believe needs protection.

PER REPORTER: The parents abandoned the child at the E.R. Dad was in the E.R. with the child. The child is at the hospital for homicidal ideation. Brandon shot a gun at the father; he wanted to kill him. He took his ex-girlfriend hostage. Law enforcement was involved. The ex-girlfriend broke loose when she heard sirens get near. She ran towards law enforcement. Brandon shot towards her twice. Brandon said he bought the gun in New Orleans. He didn't give any other details about the gun. The reporter is not aware of what happened to the gun. He doesn't have it at the hospital. This incident happened last night around 11:30 p.m. Brandon has a past history of homicidal and suicidal ideations which

stored away to be used at another time. Storage of linens, or other private items that serve no

“Someone’s right to have a gun,” says Joanna Wallace, “Took away my right to have a son.” (white book pg 25). Gun control is a growing problem and a nationwide tragedy. It has overpowered our society, due to the way individuals perceive the pros and cons of carrying a deadly weapon at all times. However, the policy of gun control is a procedure that must be passed by legislative sessions with many votes before confirming it to become a law. Even though owning a dangerous weapon can be used for protection and self-defense, the fact of the matter is ownership of a gun can lead to accidents, deaths, and crimes; ultimately, guns should be used only in certain situations if needed.

He didn’t recognize the concrete walls of an old office on the top floor, that the bars across the window were to stop him from jumping. Silvia and Ben convinced him that he was a captain in the military. They also conditioned him to be preoccupied with the state of his cell so that he remained pliable. Another nine years left Matt a quivering ball of nerves and bizarre habits. He now believes that the dirt in his ‘room’ is sentient and determined to undermine his position and

He stared at the target, but saw no bullets head towards the dummy. He definitely heard the shots, hell he even felt it, but he didn't see anything happen. His confused thought were interrupted by the shrieks of Trish