INDIANAPOLIS, IN — A mother shot a convicted child molester multiple times after allegedly catching him attempting to sexually assault her 12-year-old daughter inside a hotel room, according to court documents and police reports.

The incident occurred on May 24 at the Baymont Inn located on Eagle View Drive on the west side of Indianapolis. As reported by WIBC, the mother had briefly left her daughter in a hotel room with 34-year-old Bruce Pierce while she went to her vehicle. When she returned, she discovered Pierce on top of her daughter, attempting to remove her clothing.

According to WTHR, the girl’s grandmother told police that Pierce had been communicating with the 12-year-old online and over the phone prior to the incident. She also stated that Pierce had tried to convince the girl to run away with him. That night, the grandmother, the victim, and her sister went to the hotel to look for the mother. After the mother and one daughter went to the car to move belongings, the 12-year-old, who was reportedly feeling sick, stayed behind in the hotel room with Pierce.

Court documents state that when the mother returned to the room, she heard her daughter saying “No, no, no” and saw Pierce pinning the girl to the bed while ripping her clothes. The mother then drew her firearm and shot Pierce multiple times. The child told police that Pierce had grabbed her arms, pinned them to the bed, and ripped her tank top and underwear before her mother entered the room. Pierce was reportedly armed during the incident, and the child was struck by Pierce’s gun, leading her to be taken to Riley Hospital for Children for evaluation.

Following the shooting, Pierce was transported to Eskenazi Hospital in critical condition. According to FOX59, Pierce remains hospitalized. An active warrant has been issued for his arrest on charges including attempted rape, attempted child molestation, unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, and confinement of a victim under 14 years of age.

Court records confirm that Pierce had previous child molestation convictions from 2016 in Hendricks and Morgan counties, where he was sentenced to eight years in prison.

In situations like this, where an immediate and credible threat of serious bodily harm or death is present, the use of defensive force is legally justified. The mother’s quick actions prevented severe harm to her daughter. This case highlights the importance of being prepared to act decisively when confronted with a direct threat to the safety of oneself or others.

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LAS VEGAS, NV — A man who was openly carrying a firearm was fatally shot with his own weapon after an erratic individual attempted to disarm him during a violent encounter at an AutoZone on East Charleston Boulevard.

On May 23, 2025, at approximately 4:48 p.m., Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officers responded to a report of a shooting inside a business in the 1200 block of East Charleston Boulevard. Officers arrived to find a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to police, the victim was standing in line to pay for items while openly carrying a firearm when 36-year-old Kyle Capucci entered the store behaving erratically. After a brief interaction with an employee, Capucci lunged for the victim’s firearm. A physical struggle followed, during which Capucci managed to gain control of the weapon and fatally shoot the victim. He fled the scene, leaving the firearm behind.

Responding officers located Capucci about a block away and arrested him without incident. He has been booked into the Clark County Detention Center on a charge of Open Murder with a Deadly Weapon.

The Clark County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s identity and official cause of death. LVMPD continues to investigate and encourages anyone with information to contact their Homicide Section or Crime Stoppers of Nevada.

This tragic incident highlights a serious risk associated with open carry. While I strongly support the legal right to open carry—without question—it’s not how I personally choose to carry. I don’t want anyone, including criminals, to know I have a gun. Concealed carry gives me the element of surprise and keeps me from becoming a target, as sadly happened here. This is a stark reminder that situational awareness and discretion are vital components of personal defense.

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WASHINGTON, DC — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced a major policy shift on Friday, rolling back its controversial “zero-tolerance” stance toward Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) during compliance inspections. The updated national policy aims to promote fairness, consistency, and a renewed emphasis on public safety while respecting the rights of lawful gun dealers.

Replacing the 2021 Enhanced Regulatory Enforcement policy, the new guidance instructs ATF investigators to use discretion in evaluating inspection results, distinguishing between clerical errors and willful misconduct. This marks a significant departure from the prior policy, which critics say often led to license revocations over minor mistakes.

“This update is about getting it right and making sure we’re focused on public safety,” said ATF Acting Director Daniel Driscoll. “Under the previous policy, some licensees were being penalized for simple mistakes such as forgetting to put their license number on forms. This new guidance gives our investigators the discretion to tell the difference between an honest mistake and a real threat to public safety.”

Under the revised policy, investigators are instructed to consider mitigating factors such as self-reporting, corrective actions taken by the licensee, and overall compliance history. Rather than an automatic revocation for any violation, the policy now provides a framework that includes education, warnings, or administrative action only when appropriate.

Key changes include:

• Contextual Enforcement: Focus on serious, willful violations, while addressing minor or clerical issues with corrective guidance.
• No Presumed Revocation: The policy eliminates the assumption of revocation for first-time or unintentional violations.
• Public-Safety Focus: Greater emphasis on whether a licensee poses an actual threat to public safety or contributes to violent crime.
• Defined Standards: Clearer definitions of legal terms like “willful” and “knowing” along with standardized timelines for reviews and enforcement.
• Proactive Engagement: Encouragement of early intervention and collaboration with compliant FFLs, while maintaining strict oversight of repeat offenders.

The update underscores a more balanced approach to industry oversight, reflecting a shift toward partnering with rather than penalizing responsible dealers. ATF maintains that its inspections remain a crucial tool in preventing illegal firearms trafficking by identifying patterns of concern such as straw purchases and missing inventory.

This policy adjustment appears to be a step toward restoring trust between federal regulators and the lawful gun industry. For many FFLs, the previous enforcement approach created uncertainty and fear of losing their livelihood over what were often administrative oversights.

The change affirms that law-abiding gun dealers are not adversaries, but allies in the broader mission of enhancing public safety and protecting constitutional rights.

Read the original story: FFLs Can Make an Honest Mistake Now: ATF Replaces Biden’s ‘Zero Tolerance’ Policy