SPOTTING THE PREPARATION: HOW MONITORING WEAPON ACQUISITION CAN KEEP YOU SAFE

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When assessing active shooter threats, a common misconception is that perpetrators entirely bypass the system to acquire weapons. The data tells a different story: 80% of firearms used in these attacks are obtained legally through retailers, FFLs, private sales, or family and friends. Only 20% are acquired illegally via theft, straw purchases, or the black market.

Because the vast majority of these purchases go through standard channels, background checks alone aren't always enough to stop a tragedy. True security relies on recognizing the behavioral shifts and early indicators that happen around the time these means are being secured.

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