
(TheRedAlertNews.com) – In a new case of brave ordinary Americans defending themselves from crime, a San Antonio couple took decisive action by confronting suspected car thieves with an AK-style rifle.
The couple spotted Michael Cruz, 40, during an attempted robbery on the Northwest side of San Antonio.
Detecting him inside their vehicle near the 7700 block of Floyd Curl, the pair acted swiftly, Fox San Antonio reports.
Unfortunately, the confrontation became dangerous when Cruz attacked the woman with a knife.
Despite injuries, the woman managed to photograph the escape vehicle’s license plate. This critical evidence, combined with GPS tracking, helped police quickly locate and arrest Cruz.
He faces two counts of aggravated robbery, awaiting a hearing in Bexar County Jail with bonds set at $200,000.
A similar incident occurred when a San Antonio homeowner shot a suspected car burglar in self-defense, News4SanAntonio reports.
The suspect was rummaging through the homeowner’s vehicle at 3:30 a.m., causing immediate concern for firearms and a bulletproof vest stored inside.
When the suspect raised his hands, the homeowner believed him to be armed, prompting a defensive response.
Legal opinions from self-defense attorneys Larry Dean Bloomquist and Nico LaHood suggest the homeowner acted within Texas law.
The law allows for the use of deadly force to recover property at night under reasonable threat perception.
This case emboldens Second Amendment supporters and underscores the right to protect one’s property.
The homeowner continued after the suspect, who attempted to flee but later collapsed.
A getaway driver aided his escape, though he discarded the stolen weapon near a hospital.
The legal justification for using deadly force in these circumstances serves as a precedent for similar self-defense claims in Texas.
Cruz’s case, involving an AK-style rifle confrontation, amplifies the ongoing debate over armed self-defense.
While defense using firearms remains a hotly contested issue, many argue carrying firearms is a fundamental right for protecting personal property and loved ones.
The frequency of these encounters in San Antonio reflects broader concerns about increasing crime rates and the pressing need for robust self-defense measures.
Conservative voices consistently emphasize the importance of individual protection rights, alongside the necessity of laws supporting these actions.
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