The Problem:

412 Active Shooter Incidents 2000-2021

In 2014, 2016, 2018 and 2021, the FBI initiated a study of “active shooter” incidents to provide federal, state, and local law enforcement with data so they can better understand how to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from these incidents. 

Casualties from Active Shooter Incidents.

The bar chart contains statistics, broken down by year, of the number of casualties that resulted from active shooter incidents from 2000 to 2021. The total number of casualties for this time frame was 3,112

25% of active shooter events are in Schools & Churches.

The pie chart shows a statistical breakdown of the location categories where the 277 active shooter incidents took place in the U.S. from 2000 to 2018. 

3,112 Active Shooter Casualties

The map graphic contains several snapshot statistics of the active shooter incidents that occurred in the United States from 2000 to 2018. These statistics include 277 active shooter incidents and 3,112 casualties, including 1,128 killed and 1,984 wounded.

FBI Conclusion

All 50 FBI active shooter-designated incidents during the 2016-2017 time frame were single-shooter events, and all shooters were male.

Armed and unarmed citizens engaged the shooter in 10 incidents. They safely and successfully ended the shootings in eight of those incidents. Their selfless actions likely saved many lives.

The enhanced threat posed by active shooters and the swiftness with which active shooter incidents unfold support the importance of preparation by law enforcement officers and citizens alike.

Resources:
Conclusion Report: https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/active-shooter-incidents-us-2016-2017.pdf/view
Graphs: https://www.fbi.gov/about/partnerships/office-of-partner-engagement/active-shooter-incidents-graphics

The Solution

We presented in 2012 that the solution to this rising threat is “each other”. We stand by this today. Take care of one another.

Ultimately we are all responsible for our own safety, for our family, and for our community. You can be the fastest and most capable ‘first responder’ in your immediate vicinity. But to be uniform, safe and accurate, you need the right training. 

Able Shepherd™ is the standard-setting, nationally-recognized progressive training program designed to teach situational leadership and protective tactics that can be applied to virtually any threatened environment.

It is time to get started.

Chris Waterman
Chris Waterman
2023-02-08
Best training! Don't delay, do it.
John Orefice
John Orefice
2022-10-15
Absolutely the best training offered to the general public.
Tom L.
Tom L.
2022-03-17
Best personal protection training program you will find. If you want to protect yourself, your family, and your community this is the place to learn, practice, and grow. Great people, great facility, and great training. Take the introductory POP (protect our people) class and you’ll understand.
Alex J Moore
Alex J Moore
2022-01-25
So glad to have found out about Able Shepherd from a good friend of mine. I took the POP (Protecting Our People) half day course and was amazed by the organization, professionalism, and breath of skills taught and practiced. I hope to be returning soon to continue my training.
Becky Griess
Becky Griess
2021-07-31
Can you truly say you would know what to do in a situation where you had to protect yourself, loved ones or even a stranger? A year and a half ago I would have flippantly said “Oh sure” but truly being afraid of my own shadow. After taking the POP Class and beginning my journey in the Able Shepherd program, I look back and see how naïve I truly was. I have gotten more out of life, live more confidently and feel more secure when I am with my child and by myself from the training and relationships that have been built in this program. When Jimmy, the Able Shepherd Staff and members say, “Come for the training, stay for the family”, every ounce of this is true. I encourage everyone to at least take the POP class. You can never go wrong with Able Shepherd’s training.
Chad Allen
Chad Allen
2021-07-31
The best training you can get anywhere! Trust me the training is great but the fellowship puts it over the top!!
Joe Davis
Joe Davis
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd team has taken my training to a whole new level with respect to uniformity, safety and accuracy in a professional and respectful environment. If you want the best in firearms training look no further than Able Shepherd!
RIDDICK Erickson
RIDDICK Erickson
2021-07-23
Ive been through the Able Shepherd program and have been being trained by the instructor's for some time now. Never once have i left a class and not learned somthing new. It really is the most applicable training to civilian life iv ever seen. Including personal protection, self defence with all weapons types and family protection. It makes a fire arm a capability not just another untrained tool.
Chad Szpunar
Chad Szpunar
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd training program is outstanding. The entire staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Not only do I feel the training received is unparalleled , but they also deliver it in such a way that creates a community based atmosphere to the program, which makes you feel as if you’re part of something special. I would highly recommend the Able Shepherd program to anyone who is looking to learn the importance and skills of protecting yourself, your family, and others around you.

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