Here's what experts say about the civilian intervention in the Bend school shooting
NPR examines the rare instance of an armed bystander intervening in a school shooting in Bend, Oregon. The report features expert analysis on the frequency of such civilian interventions and explores how gun rights advocacy groups are framing the event.
Why it matters
This story highlights the ongoing national debate regarding the efficacy and safety of civilian intervention in active shooter scenarios versus professional law enforcement response.
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