Alex Ooley and Ed Monk were guests on The Gun Guy with Guy Relford this past week, where they discussed a vital topic facing many churches today—how to respond to the threat of an active shooter.
The timing couldn’t be better, as we are preparing for our upcoming event, “A Church-Focused Study of the Active Shooter Problem & How to Minimize Victims,” happening on December 3rd in Salem, Indiana, featuring Ed Monk, a renowned expert on active shooter scenarios.
On the show, we dove into several key points that Ed will cover during the event, including:
- The importance of quick and decisive action in minimizing the number of victims.
- Why relying solely on 911 calls and outside help can lead to tragic consequences.
- Data-driven strategies that churches and other organizations can implement to protect their communities.
Ed Monk brings decades of experience, having worked extensively with schools, churches, and law enforcement agencies to analyze active shooter events and develop response protocols that work. His insights on how to equip churches to defend against such threats are eye-opening and data-backed, making this event a must-attend for any church leader or security team.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🏛️ Location: Salem Assembly Of God, 1701 State Road 135, Salem, Indiana 47167
💲 Cost: $40 ($30 until November 1, 2024)
🔗 Register:
Whether you’re part of a church safety team or simply want to be better prepared for emergencies, this event will provide crucial knowledge to help keep your community safe.
We hope to see you there!
Full show:
Ed Monk and Alex Ooley joins as guests at approximately the 35 minute mark:
Chapters
00:56 Misleading Information on Mass Shootings
04:50 The Good Guy with a Gun Debate
10:01 Misinformation on Assault Weapons
13:53 The Impact of Gun Control Legislation
19:13 Active Shooter Response and Preparedness
25:52 Mindset and Awareness in Self-Defense
33:17 Understanding Normalcy Bias and Action Plans
35:31 Insights from Military to Law Enforcement
37:55 Overcoming Preconceptions in Active Shooter Scenarios
42:05 The Reality of Response Times and Victim Counts
46:17 Training for Effective Active Shooter Response
48:36 The Role of Armed Staff in Schools
52:39 Implementing Effective Strategies in Churches
56:47 The Importance of Mindset in Security Preparedness
Sound Bites
- “This is the Second Amendment and this is the gun guy.”
- “The FBI is dramatically underreporting mass shootings.”
- “You have to decide, which means have a plan and then act”
- “Waiting on the cops is not the solution”
- “The only way we can get a low victim count”
Takeaways
- Misleading information from media and the FBI affects public perception.
- The concept of a ‘good guy with a gun’ is often ridiculed.
- Actual data shows armed citizens can prevent mass shootings.
- The U.S. is not the leader in mass shootings per capita.
- Assault weapons are not the primary firearms used in mass shootings.
- Gun control measures often do not lead to significant reductions in crime.
- Once gun control is enacted, it is rarely reversed.
- Awareness and mindset are crucial for self-defense.
- Training and preparedness can save lives in active shooter situations. Normalcy bias can prevent effective action during crises.
- Active shooter training must focus on immediate response.
- Relying solely on 911 can lead to high casualty counts.
- Schools often outsource violence response to law enforcement.
- Training and preparedness are essential for minimizing casualties.
- The presence of armed staff can deter potential shooters.
- Mindset is crucial in preparing for potential threats.
- Understanding response times is key to effective planning.
- Violence prevention requires a proactive approach.
- Community engagement is vital for safety measures.
Keywords
gun rights, mass shootings, good guy with a gun, assault weapons, gun control, active shooter response, self-defense, awareness, mindset, active shooter training, mass shooting prevention, school safety, emergency response, violence prevention, law enforcement training, community safety, church security, firearms training, emergency preparedness
