Concealed Carrier Loses His Life Trying to Stop Mass Shooting

If you were there that day, would you have tried to stop this before it became a mass shooting? This is the kind of mass shooting attempt that doesn’t get into the statistics because it doesn’t meet the threshold for killing, but it nevertheless is sad and tragic. Joseph Wilcox should be remembered as a brave man, and we must learn Active Self Protection lessons from his death to redeem his murder.
Original video of the mass shooting with details of the investigation and more available here: get-asp.com/hrit
What can CCW holders learn from this mass shooting attempt?
1. Spiritual fitness is an important part of Active Self Protection. You don’t often get any advance notice of the last day of your life, but we see over and over that self-defense isn’t a guarantee of winning every fight you might be placed in. You want to be at peace with God and your loved ones, because you’ll need that peace on the day that you meet Him. Since you can’t guarantee advanced notice, make peace today! Joseph Wilcox didn’t wake up this morning thinking he was going to try to stop a mass shooting and die, so learn the lesson from his death and be at peace today.
There are five MORE lessons (at least) from this mass shooting attempt on our website, so head there for more: get-asp.com/hrit
Attitude. Skills. Plan.
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[@oliviawilcox8579]

he didnt have a wife or childeren, but he lived with his mom, sister and step dad... along with having three other siblings and two neices (Me included)

[@oliviawilcox8579]

thanks

[@LaRedPDX]

He definitely did the right thing, and is a hero. Like for real. Because if he hadn’t did what he did, it’s an absolute guarantee, a ton more would have perished. He literally sacrificed himself, so that others may live. He did what was right. I’m not just saying that, either. It’s the truth. His actions are what all peoples should be. To protect one another. & It’s amazing so many don’t understand that. Blessings to your family ❤️

[@orion2250]

He stands beside the angels now..and can hold his head high.

[@hacksdp3]

Brave dude.

[@mikegilley9453]

Sorry for your loss. He was a hero.

[@texturalbard]

This man didn't think twice. What a legend. Rest in Peace Joseph Wilcox

[@yibozhao1012]

"think twice"? He didn't even think once. Gunman came in, fired a warning shot into the ceiling, was there for money, not for blood. But our hero just couldn't help engaging. If he was not killed on the spot, there would have been a gunfight between these three, which would endanger everyone in the crowed store. Yes, very brave! but really stupid.

[@vincent2053]

@@yibozhao1012 For money? They killed two cops prior to. Literally had nothing to do with money

[@lovecheese45]

@@yibozhao1012 he wasn't there for money. Not to bright are you.

[@GRat9717]

Hardly. He saved no one and gave his life because he wanted to be a hero. Rule 1 -- don't be a fucking hero.

[@Nolan15692]

@@vincent2053 he’s a moron don’t mind him😊

[@henrixvii2763]

This man overcame his fear of pain to protect strangers. A textbook definition of a hero

[@cassie1790]

No, he’s a textbook definition of an idiot. The heroes were the healthcare workers taking the bullets out.

[@ClarkKent-tg6ls]

A textbook definition of a Fool.

[@hoofhearted1102]

Or stupidness

[@SnuupSantana]

You mean fear of death?

[@henrixvii2763]

@SnuupSantana no i meant fear of pain. As civilians we dont often think of death but we do think of our health, comfort and do whatever possible to prevent pain. So fear of pain

[@k_hardcastle]

I could not live with myself if I knew I had a chance to help save another life and failed to intervene! The brave man that lost his life is a True American Hero!! God Bless him and his family.

[@ericjungmann6312]

@@thecheshirecat299 he had plenty of time rushing out the store after the warning shot. wdym?

[@LightningDogg]

Think how you would feel if your loved ones were in that store, and someone who could have stepped up decided not to intervene☹️

[@speculizer1971]

100%…. I will just have to lose my life. I would have no regrets. I could not stand by while some lunatic executes innocent people. Not the way I, or most of my family, are built.

[@RickmoZamms]

Well he didnt live trying to save another life. So. Why try.

[@johnhays2915]

I could...look this aint the movies...he doesn't even realize there's multiple shooters...maybe you think you're Neo in the Matrix and can't be shot but again these are armed suicidal psychos and ya dont even know where they are, how many attackers there is, what kind of weapons or body armor you're up against...in a situation like this it's perfectly reasonable to just GTFO...if you want to try to engage multiple shooters that you can't even identify w your pistol then you will more than likely just be added to the # of deaths...even the paid police are not goin in alone w no armor on and a pistol...this is incredibly brave but he also was instantly killed so I don't know how much help it was to the other customers (potential victims) but it certainly carried a very high price for him. Now in an elementary school or loved ones or obviously yourself ya have to accept your fate and do whatever ya can until you're successful or shot to death but it's not your obligation at all to run after a shooter.

[@isthatatesla7191]

Not the first time someone died trying to do the right thing. Rest in peace, hero.

[@chehdhdbcjdjdndj5014]

@blake philbrook stfu u fucking clown people r stepping up cuz the dumbass government won’t do shit about the gun problem and brainwashed dumb fucks like u spread false info making the same lame ass excuse about second amendment right to bear arms WELL FUCK UR SECOND AMENDMENT BULLSHIT

[@dustsans9859]

That's what upsets me, good is not always noticed or ends bad

[@PlightOfAMan]

Lol hero

[@scullmaster125]

@@xfatalxflawx it’s stupid to try to save others lives when you have the potential to?

[@xfatalxflawx]

@@scullmaster125 it's stupid to run at a shooter with a gun. That's evidenced by the fact that now he's dead.

[@Unattacked]

I see a person who is taking action to end evil, that’s more than most will ever imagine of doing.

[@jamesdavidsnider3]

he woke up surrounded by clouds and asked "i thought there would be gates id wait at" to which an angel replied "heros dont wait for the gates to open"

[@willrangel4459]

He’s an idiot! Having a gun does not mean that you know what to do in those situations!

[@RevealedFilms]

@@willrangel4459 what would you have done? Died quietly?

[@fortworthloc]

Because an overwhelming majority of people know concealed carry is intended for personal defense not to be a hero.

[@bigboyepic8598]

@@RevealedFilms He wasn't going to die in the first place. He had time to assess this more and see that lady following the shooter was acting off too and could have realized she was an accomplice. Now for the people that were already in threat of being shot, that would be more complicated because they wouldn't have that time; if they were armed they would have to shoot anything that shot at them.

[@fender.tone.63]

This man put other’s lives ahead of his, and I will not fault him for stepping-up and trying to eliminate the threat just because the shoppers weren’t “loved-ones”.

[@andrewbisbee9251]

yes maybe he thought selflessly of the families of the ppl there and he lost his life trying to stop other families from loosing their loved ones....definition of courage....sad that coward took his life but cowards use ways that don't involve any courage or selflessness..infact the total polar opposite.....2 types of humans on the far sides of humanity...one a selfless hero the other 2 starving weak cowards....rest in peace sir rest in peace....

[@terrythetuffkunt9215]

20 seconds earlier, he was standing at the counter wondering what to have for lunch.

[@sm00thgames63]

That's just life isn't it?

[@TheSunwalk1988]

@@sm00thgames63 nope, in Europe we normally dont shoot each other (:

[@baron3904]

@@TheSunwalk1988 Stabbings looool. Domestic human.

[@benpc1794]

And if he had of thought about what to do, instead of running in like a fool, he'd still be alive today...

[@nightride8214]

@@akumabazooka9169 and every mouse to protect from the cats!!

[@MSotelo503]

It takes lots of courage to do what did, it takes non to criticize him. I Salute this Brave man. RIP.

[@Briselance]

To analyse his potential mistakes is not to criticize him wantonly.

[@itbelikethat-]

None*

[@Chief2Moon]

Dylan Searcy He displayed more courage than your keyboard criticism did.

[@serkg4672]

@Dylan Searcy stop acting tough behind your screen. He tried to do something that no one did in that situation. If you can't respect that then stfu.

[@engineergaming1669]

Dylan Searcy oh yeah, go risk your life for someone then

[@BCox-vm6xd]

No greater love than laying down your life helping others.

[@willdickens7712]

What a brave man. He did the best he could.

[@nigerjuh8r115]

He did nothing but die.

[@loudpackshawty5849]

Dumb not brave

[@kleegaming13]

which was nothing

[@williedupree265]

@@kleegaming13 you play video games. And you suck at it

[@daltarkingofknights172]

@@kleegaming13 I can smell you through the monitor, life must be rough for you.

[@swetherby85]

Its important to note she wasn't acting like everyone else. Running, hiding.

[@boydcrowder6130]

I noticed that as well. The only question is, would we have noticed it if we were in his shoes... I doubt it.. But now if a situation like this ever arises, I'll definitely take a moment to pay attention to what everyone is doing and look for that person acting different from everyone else... Look for that person unfazed by the gunfire, acting like its supposed to be happening... This is super sad. Lady should face a firing squad.

[@SoulSnatcher]

Tunnel Vision is a real thing when that adrenaline dumps unless you train until you can control it.

[@dexternegreanu4052]

neither was wilcox

[@hiloviking]

@@RPG-oh1yf - It could take you 10 sec or more to form a plan, that might cost you your life. The only plan I’d probably have is head for a door, ASAP.

[@FiveGlocks]

Great point, situational awareness is key , not saying anything negative about the heroes intentions at all very brave but if he only would have noticed that.

[@4greatdogs422]

Some people are willing to risk their lives to save others. His bravery won’t be forgotten.

[@pippintook9391]

He would’ve made a fine addition to our armed forces if he had chose that path prior to this.

[@R.O.T.C._SEEM]

@@pippintook9391 not really even in the armed forces do they teach you to jump into action without analyzing it first. Imagine if he was your battle body down range and just decided to take out what he thought was the only enemy in the area, exposing the entire squads position for an ambush, now the enemy just wiped a squad because someone wanting to be a hero instead of tactfully handling the situation

[@Slipmahoney21]

3THREE DOGS Like the “Broward Coward” deputy that waited outside while kids were being killed...I don’t care what the SOG was, kids were being killed and it would continue until someone stopped it!

[@DoomsdayHustle]

R.O.T.C SEEM not sure what unit you were in, or if you’ve even served, but in the Marines “Situational awareness” is something thats beaten into our heads since bootcamp.

[@MrGameWithFame]

It will though. People have a short memory

[@sslider02]

He was a good dude who did the right thing. It is IMPOSSIBLE to know everything regarding bad situations. He stepped up, and sadly was killed by a 2nd bad person. GOOD GUYS WILL LIVE FOREVER IN ANOTHER DOMAIN!

[@GreenLightMe]

no they wont, they're dead. Anyone with a gun is a bad guy in my book. Got taken out by a girl too

[@dg8676]

Right he taught us all a lesson and anyone who watches this might keep their life ❤

[@firkejdjneii28283]

So assume every bad situations you could be before acting.. but i wouldn't think about that too if i had adrenaline coursing through my body and have never been in this situation before

[@jakesmith2341]

Legends never die, even if they leave their mortal flesh.

[@bobchris11]

I'm so sorry for the loss of this young man's life. Rest well, Joseph Wilcox.

[@aschiavello07]

The fact he didn't think twice about getting involved, he's a hero in my eyes. All too often everyone wants to video the incident. Had he only know the two were together, there's no doubt he would have saved countless lives. R I P Sir🙏 Sending prayers and positive thoughts to your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. 💔

[@nicolausphillips3616]

If shots are being fired, and someone ISN’T fleeing while everyone else is, that’s a good indicator they’re not an innocent bystander. That being said, ultimate respect to our hero for laying down his life for others 🙏

[@Redwhiteandtired]

That's a false statement. If people follow what you're saying, someone might confuse the next Mr. Wilcox as an accomplice. He was not running away🤷‍♂️

[@hamiltoncooper3603]

In the heat of the moment with the adrenaline pumping and likely no tactical training one would immediately pursue the first subject not knowing the perp had an accomplice.

[@ErroneousBox]

Wouldn't have had to if you just sorted your gun problem out... Sad

[@gatocles99]

@@Redwhiteandtired Stalking the bad guy, versus blithely pushing a shopping cart... How you don't run away makes a difference.

[@fejmike4512]

@@ErroneousBox yes there are 0 guns in the hands of criminals where you live right im sure

[@dennispfeifer7788]

Wilcox did not stand there like the cop in that Florida School shooting situation for 5 minutes as students were shot dead one after another...Wilcox took action...that is defined as a hero.

[@brian-te3mz]

Wow

[@dennispfeifer7788]

@@grbmajor6645 Right. He was a man of action...not a damn coward.

[@SemajResarf]

He didnt do anything tho hes just another victim

[@owengratzer2366]

@@SemajResarf he still tried. People like you really do disgust me. Imagine your dad is at the store and a guy comes in and started shooting so your dad pulls out his gun and he dies because he pulled it out. Then someone says he didn't do anything he is just another victim.

[@levirobinson6828]

@@SemajResarf if wilcox didnt go in alone im sure it would have been a different story

[@kevinhanes2808]

No one says you always live when you step up to save others. I had friends die right beside me in combat but we willingly put our lives on the line for others

[@jacksonrich6398]

Thank you for not bringing fame to those 2 cowards and thank you for bringing attention to Mr. Wilcox's heroic actions and how we can learn from this. He didn't die in vain.

[@iamme8770]

The only thing evil people need to succeed is for good people to do nothing. This man chose to actually do something which speaks volumes about his character.

[@iamme8770]

@Black Stone And you took your time out of the day to make this remark for?

[@aj3706]

@@iamme8770 ''The only thing evil people need to succeed is for good people to do nothing''. The guy was brave and all but I can't really see what he did. He tried to do something but failed

[@iamme8770]

@@aj3706 if anything he inadvertently gave us an opportunity to learn from his mistake. It's good to take action but it's even better to assess before taking action.

[@aj3706]

@@iamme8770 that's true. Everyone says that the women was suspicous and I understand that but what could the dude have done? He couldn't have shot her because he wasn't entirely sure she was with him.

[@iamme8770]

@It is what it is Your/Nick Cage's comment would be considered a troll if it wasn't true... Which is why good men need to make a stand and to not allow evil men to run-rampant with impunity! (Just curious, when did he make that comment?)

[@RedHorseCebu]

Wilcox knew what needed to be done. He ran into the fight, stepping outside his comfort bubble. Respect.

[@cowboys4life702]

He knew by carrying that side arm the situation it would put him in. I would of done the same thing, gotten shot the same way. R.I.P

[@PlayboyKeon]

@@cowboys4life702 real shit i wouldve done the same. on paper he did everythin right. problem was being tunnel visioned on one guy.

[@joech1065]

@@PlayboyKeon This video scares the crap out of me, because there's just no freaking to know that a freaking old woman casually pushing a shopping cart would be partnered with a guy carrying an assault rifle and yelling about a revolution. What next? Two bikers with machetes come in and as you pay attention to them you get shot in the back by a pregnant mom with a baby stroller? And it's a supermarket full of people, so you can't pay attention to everybody. And the more you asses the situation the more people can die, whose families you're gonna see on TV and wonder if you could have done something faster. Really scary stuff.

[@hunterl5078]

Joe Ch kinda gives it away that she calmly just keeps pushing her buggy while following an active shooter. But in the moment things happen fast and simple things can go unnoticed. RIP sir!

[@martinburns7928]

There's a variable this gentleman missed, that is the calmness of the second shooter pushing a shopping cart seemingly oblivious to any disruption that literally had everyone else running and diving for cover, My guess would be that he actually recognized this slight of affairs considering ! Rest in Peace, Your a good Man

[@philippebien5429]

He didn't recognize it whatsoever lol. Hence why he got taken out from not scoping the entire scenario.

[@lakc72]

Im from vegas and appreciate this man putting his life on the line to save lives

[@ctdieselnut]

They say a person doesn't truly die until their name is spoken for the last time. In that sense he is immortalized, and is a hero. Hope all the family members have recovered a bit, as much as they can. May he rest in peace.

[@shanegreene6398]

Joseph Wilcox saved lives and was murdered for it. It doesn't matter what the keyboard tactical experts have to say. He's forever a hero and they are leaving youtube reviews.

[@michaelmyers6318]

Well said 😢

[@benedictcumberbatch4275]

No

[@benedictcumberbatch4275]

Sounds like made up bullsht. Something to tell people to make them feel better for doing something foolish

[@benedictcumberbatch4275]

@shane he saved no one. Only people who died were him, two cops prior (who cares) and the two shooters. If he would have stayed out of it, probably only would have been 4.

[@xilencered7788]

too many people bashing a man who TRIED to do the right thing, wtf?

[@rogersmith7193]

well said

[@mr4308321]

Ralph Valencia cuz he "tried" but gave them more ammo & another gun... we can say he was under trained & didnt have a SINGLE plan to wat he was doing but "heres my time to SHINE" yet failed miserably...

[@Anonland]

Ralph Valencia ikr people these days

[@Runescape99]

feed me wouldnt want a roach like you in the fox hole

[@phoenixamaranth]

@Juju, so what? He tried to save lives. Do you get that? Other people's lives were on the line and he tried to save them. Had he had a uniform and a badge on none of you would make such comments but simply because he didn't have a uniform, you shit talk him for trying to save lives??? That's fucking pathetic.

[@TruthHurtsLikeH3ll]

The amount of sheer TITANIUM BALLS it takes to make this quick decision to engage combat to save others...is unimaginable to people whom never been involved in such a situation. He truly ranks as a hero and as a warrior. "It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."

[@CLSGL]

You know what. I'm gonna say that Mr. Wilcox accomplished exactly what he wanted. He saved lives. He took up this attackers time just long enough to potentially have saved many people. Bless the man.

[@craigdamage]

Sorry but that isn't what happened. The couple had no intention of shooting the shoppers at Wal Mart. The gunman had yelled out for everyone to "leave the store" as he fired a warning shot. Both had posted on social media before this happened. They did indeed kill two police officers just before they entered the Wal Mart but at that point their intention was likely to commit "suicide by cop". Wilcox was certainly brave but he should have left the store with everybody else.

[@CamelSmokes23]

@@craigdamage No, fuck that. Those are details he could have NEVER have known. What did he know at the time? Some nut just walked into a busy retail center and already discharged his firearm. All the evidence points to this being the start of an active shooter event, and Mr. Wilcox had the mental fortitude to say not today scumbag, not on my watch, I'm going to do something, even if it means laying down my life for others. He is a hero.

[@Makarov2918]

​@craigdamage, no? He didn't know their intentions so from his perspective, a couple gunmen enter the store and start firing shots, even if they're warning shots they still fired. You can't just say "he should've left" because in his eyes, many people might have died if he didn't try to intervene when he could. So basically im saying your look on the situation is stupid.

[@craigdamage]

@@CamelSmokes23 Firing a warning shot at the ceiling while yelling "everyone get out!" is pretty clear to me. Also, an active shooter whose intention is mass casualties isn't going to walk to the back of the store. If he wanted to kill a large number of innocent people he would have remained close to the entrance/exit while rapid firing at anyone attempting to flee. Wilcox was clearly a good Samaritan as stated here but he should have left the store like everyone else when he had the chance.

[@craigdamage]

@@Makarov2918 this entire incident is well documented and the details are available. If someone enters a store yelling for everyone to "get out" and only fires a single warning shot at the ceiling it is pretty plainly obvious exactly what level of threat that is. The way the man casually walks to the back of the store and NOT rapidly firing at the fleeing shoppers shows that this was not an "active shooter" type incident. Mass shootings are always quick mag-dumps in rapid succession. A mass shooter wants many MANY victims. This dude walked past dozens of targets. I wish Wilcox had made the correct assessment and just simply exited like all the many dozens of people who weren't shot at.

[@screamingeagle11b]

Tbh I wouldn't have thought to look for a secondary shooter, this video was very informative, thank you.

[@Chris-qh9zw]

Get training

[@bugsy3223]

@@Chris-qh9zw stfu

[@venovox6146]

yeah i mean me too but there is no chances he would know the woman with the shopping kart is armed and hostile too

[@davidlanders2327]

I agree...Now, if people have watched this video, if people notice a person casually strolling after gunfire in the building, they'll keep a suspicious eye on that person too. Unfortunately this is a very informative video.

[@Tazandd]

@@bugsy3223 one of the first things they teach you in firearm defense is look for secondaries. Never assume they are alone. This is exactly how you get killed like in the video.

[@yurizaitsef]

Joseph Wilcox. You are a hero. May you rest in peace...and may your family find closure and peace from this tragedy. Joseph Wilcox died protecting others. He didn't have to. But he did. and he paid the ultimate price for it. Joseph Wilcox saved lives that day in Wal-Mart. May he forever be remembered by all of us. A true American hero. May the Lord bless this man and the Wilcox family. Thank you Joseph and the Wilcox family.

[@twitchypaladin8859]

Damn right god bless this man. I would do the same thing and seeing his actions inspires and emboldens me further. I'm only 20 but as soon as I'm 21 I'm flying down to the station to get my concealed permit and I'm also getting a bulletproof vest one of those lightweight white ones so active shooters dont immediately determine I'm wearing body armor.

[@GamerplayerWT]

The reality is that these wackos are VERY often lone wolfs, so it was understandable why this brave young man thought this crazy bastard was alone.

[@dwmaddawgs]

The reason behind the exaggerated looking around in firearms training drills. As not to get fixated on the target and being aware of your surroundings. Why it's super important to get basic firearms "combat" training.

[@philippjensen9598]

An idiotic explanation to not having situational awareness 😂😂😂

[@user-qy1dy1ms9m]

​​@@philippjensen9598 how can you have situational awareness here ...she is literally with a trolley...looks like a normal person in the store

[@clytxo1317]

It takes a lot of courage to decide to intervene and not run away. He gets my respect just on the fact he didn’t run away from danger, he ran toward it. RIP 🙏🏼

[@RoninGroupUK]

Poor guy. Brave man. Most people wouldn't have had the balls to do anything.

[@LoneWulf1992]

Which is why we're in the predicament that our nation is in now. We think the only way we can protect us sheep is by removing the teeth of the sheepdogs. Wolves don't play by the same rules as our dogs.

[@_R_R_R]

Robert Banks Jr that is one good metaphor

[@harpdog1555]

Salute to this guy. I would like to think I'd act as he did if I was armed but you never how you'll react in that situation until you are in it. Hope I never find out.

[@alexunlv]

It isn't because they don't have "balls." It is because of the result in this case they would second guess any thought to engage. Thinking with your "balls" instead of your head will likely result in the same situation. Not blaming guy in this video, it was just a judgment call that did not materialize the way he expected.

[@tarzan_7183]

Robert Banks Jr you

[@MrEtmer]

It always feels terrible to see CC folk die trying to protect themselves/the innocent. Joseph Wilcox seemed like the guy who wanted to protect the people around him; the type of guy that didn't want to stand around as others fell victim to the acts of such vile people. He gave his life trying his best to do that, and for that he is a hero. RIP.

[@TriumphAthletics]

That's a fact.

[@mrponebaldwin7715]

well said

[@matthewrosen8845]

definitely a HERO

[@rydafolife708]

Indeed

[@pitbull82]

Agreed.

[@itsrtvbaby]

Mr. Wilcox, I strive everyday to be like you. You truly showed no fear, and for that I'm positive God has rewarded you. Thank you.

[@jtd9100]

Need more people like Joseph in this world. Rest easy brother

[@RichardsWorld]

Well, he was brave to do this, but he sure had some bad luck and timing.

[@blodus4521]

JoefromNJ1 all people die

[@JoefromNJ1]

Blodus wow. u just completely devastated me.

[@terrionChasing]

not everyone's a hero

[@JohnPaton3]

this man was a hero, successful or not

[@JoefromNJ1]

if you asked his family members which would they prefer: him being a hero or him being alive, which do u think they'd choose?

[@user-tb2wz1tr8y]

At least he went out trying to do something 99% wouldn't have the guts to attempt. He is to be honored.

[@blahblahgdp]

How many other CCW carriers were there in the store?

[@skitariimoment9596]

@@blahblahgdp its a walmart so probably at least one more

[@imlost19]

you're conflating guts with stupidity but go on

[@DutchDukeMan]

including cops carrying rifles with full body armor (uvalde shooting)

[@Smoketownedc]

@@blahblahgdp thats what I’m saying I’m confused 😂

[@Accurize2]

Mr. Wilcox is a true hero. In hindsight, it’s a great reminder to watch for those people that don’t match the normal response…such as a woman walking casually in the same direction as the shots, rather than fleeing as full speed the opposite way like everyone else. Try (and it’s REALLY hard to do) to break tunnel vision and always use the rule of Plus One.

[@vxy357]

What's the Plus One rule?

[@goodbyebluesky5770]

just would like you to know that even though it's been 6 years, Joseph is still a hero and still in our memories

[@davidk.6042]

One of the first things I teach my students, _You could literally do everything right in a situation but still end up getting killed._ Hard pill for some students to swallow. But sometimes, that's just the way it is; unfortunately. A firearm and proper training can give you a fighting chance. But they cannot guarantee a successful outcome.

[@kilroy2517]

Luck cannot be overestimated.

[@manhalen7046]

Thats it. Alot of highly trained personnel have died not because they werent prepared but because in combat, or a crime, a bullet can find anyone. ANYONE. An army CAG member, Navy Seal etc etc can be killed on a street in Iraq by a 16 year old sticking an AK-47 around the corner of a building and blind firing.

[@joni8090]

He failed to be situation' aware , simple as that. There are no friendlies in a War zone , until everything & everyone is Neutralized . RIP 🙏

[@rallzam]

@@joni8090 what the hell are you talking, you worthless internet keyboard warrior? there was absolutely no way, he could knew, that a small tiny woman was with this psycho. even the most trained superman would have lost his life in this situation. and everyone saying like you, that he died, cuz of lack of training is just an idiot, big time.

[@Petefx86]

A friend of mine who was in the police academy said they mentioned scenarios just like that. Your online at the bank, a guy walks up to the teller and pulls a gun. You reach for your weapon, and yell "Freeze!" Suddenly, the guy behind you in line puts a gun in your back. It's his lookout. You're dead.

[@michaeldiebold8847]

I would rather die doing something, then live with the knowledge of having done nothing. the man's a hero and a patriotic, he is a magnificent example of how we should all live. RIP brother.

[@ApeRiderr]

steve b what've you done Bitch? Absolutely nothing I guarantee the only thing you have to show for you existence is your shit stained pair of tidy whiteys down in your moms basement

[@michaeldiebold8847]

steve b I'm a Marine no longer active. I've run into burning buildings to save people. I saved a girl who had a heart attack. I've fathered four great kids. I've been married for 20 years. you?

[@bioshockfan1]

He is just a troll ignore him. Thanks for you service Marine. About to ETS myself. 4 years Army infantry.

[@dauntedear5]

+Mike D Thank you for your service.

[@KillJD]

Except he died doing nothing. You missed the point of this video.

[@09Alpacino09]

RIP Joseph Wilcox Condolences and hope the family finds peace.

[@josediaz8577Grump1]

Blessed is the man who lays his life down ,for his fellow man! He earned himself a crown in Heaven, for his action!, prayers go out to him and his family!

[@XFizzlepop-Berrytwist]

Also a table at Odin’s halls.

[@amascia8327]

"Every man dies. Not every man really lives." William Wallace

[@keventy6114]

@John The commenter probably was quoting the movie William Wallace and not the actual knight.

[@amascia8327]

@@Xsi9mm hi X. ... still a great quote, eh?

[@williamwallace3580]

Hey. Remember me eh?

[@fernandob9155]

It's Nicole & Angel Life Vlogz some “men” aren’t willing to die for shit

[@davidirving4138]

A crappy movie said that, William Wallace did not. William wallace was actually a highway bandit at one point in his life and probably would of made it onto one of these videos as a robber. That said he is a icon for all Scots

[@theloftbird9659]

Not a lot of people would of guessed she was with him.

[@dooder9612]

I know i god damn wouldnt

[@kklap3219]

Yeah just a clueless and calm lady walking towards the shootings while everybody is panicing.

[@ch4osaeternum74]

Yeah. It's very crazy. But it sure taught me a lesson. Try to catch all details as best as one can.

[@addicted2truth408]

@@ch4osaeternum74 yep that's why it's good to not panic initially.....

[@ch4osaeternum74]

@@addicted2truth408 Thats what I probably would do now if I was unlucky enough to be caught in an active shooter situation. Take it slow don't rush. Observe your surrounding and act accordingly.

[@The_GuyWhoNeverUploadsAnything]

Damn, can't really blame him for not checking everything. I wouldn't expect a crazy guy to have backup either.

[@GR8WHITEC5]

A lack of situational awareness. Always assume there is more than 1 suspect. Stand your ground. Hold the line around you. But don't walk blind.

[@acardy2255]

He’s a brave man. Can’t knock him for trying to do what he did. His interference could have saved more lives. We’ll never know RIP....

[@harrylongabaugh7402]

It probably did save lives because it distracted the man and took the woman's attention away from others for a few seconds. If you look closely about 5 more people were able to slip out the door because of his actions.

[@aj3706]

@@harrylongabaugh7402 You are being too naive

[@grandwonder5858]

Well, he is definitely a lot braver than 99.99% of those gun owners that cry for more gun rights, but despite having a gun on them all they do is run and hide like cowards!

[@aj3706]

@Joeseph Biden This is what you call a conversation between intelligent people?

[@42701texasman]

Fine line between bravery and stupidity

[@DeltaWarrior95]

I just turned 21 and I'm gonna be getting my CCW soon. I never really thought about a situation like this. Thanks for the video.

[@brianj7250]

DeltaWarrior that's the problem all these weekend commandos think they're the only ones with the upper hand

[@phoenixamaranth]

@Brian J, at least he was willing to put his life on the line to try stop these maniacs. Yes, he failed, but he tried. Look how many died regardless.

[@LukaDonesnitch]

So then weekend warriors should shut up instead of saying what they would have prevented things just because they have a gun. Same shit happened in another walk mart where this guy tried to stop a gunman and the gunmans girlfriend shot him in the back of the head and killed his stupid ass because they believe they're the only one with a gun.

[@phoenixamaranth]

Karl Slaggerfeld For every fail there are also people that have succeeded in stopping shootings and saved lives.

[@LukaDonesnitch]

phoenixamaranth This wasn't one of them now go play COD and let real cops with training do their jobs.

[@craigmack3361]

Thank You Mr Wilcox for your selflessness and may the lessons we learn from your encounter save many lives in your absence.

[@ts440s]

Dying in a heroic act despite the horrible loss, one will always be remembered for honor, bravery, and courage.

[@johnmclain250]

He didn't make any mistakes, the cards just fell where they did. I would not have noticed her either, especially since she was just pushing a cart, and he never even saw the shooter enter.

[@vinigarr801]

He didn't even notice her that was his mistake, everyone else fleeing but she jus casually pushing a cart - he was so fixated on the shooter he didn't take full stock of his surroundings - he's just a guy though, only training can instil that instinct. May he RIP.

[@lmaoroflcopter]

He made plenty and paid the price for it. Learn from his mistakes. Before drawing your weapon, before going into the killzone, you require full awareness of the environment you are entering into. He failed to account for those around him, became target fixated and now he's a statistic and a story to learn from. A tragic loss of a well meaning individual.

[@mrgallbladder]

Isn't it weird, though, that everyone's running away and she's confidently walking behind the shooter?

[@lmaoroflcopter]

@@mrgallbladder yep. 100% a case of 20/20 hindsight here but he definitely made a few mistakes there. Well meaning as his intentions were, they were poorly executed.

[@korbaul]

I also wouldn’t have noticed her because I wouldn’t engage any shooter unless truly needed.

[@abhiroy1993]

Bravery is a selfless act. Please don't comment on it in the lines of self defense. Not all of us have that quality, but because of those very few who do, we live in a free world today. R.I.P Mr. Wilcox

[@JoJo-kd6xp]

Yeah this dude didnt have to put himself in harms way , he could have hid . One second he's shopping the next he's losing his life trying to stop a crazy person

[@teambutton1750]

Jo Jo at least he did something most Americans never do in life. Silly people so full of talk, it's unfortunate you lose all the men of action.

[@ls1corvettefan475]

Abhishek Roy I agree with you!

[@soviet937]

Team Button ya.. I'm not sure what I would do in that situation, if I'm in the direct threat area then the choice is clear, going to intervene is a gray area I think as far as the law is concerned in some states, if you do something like that you need to be at the top of your game, awareness, accuracy, going the route he took can potentially get you killed or in prison if you do it correctly.

[@kelpnougatcrunch9430]

Abhishek Roy rest in peace brother

[@dirtydirt2416]

“Bad men need nothing more to compass their ends, than that good men should look on and do nothing” John Stuart Mill - 1867. RIP my brother

[@22FlightTake]

Thank you for trying my man.. The good die young. Rest in paradise.

[@DaveE7171]

I couldn't be more proud of that guy. I believe the main lesson is that he should have constantly been aware of his surroundings in this high threat situation. Even then, plenty of other things could have gone wrong. Still, his first thought was to try and stop the threat instead of recording the moment with his cell phone. God bless people like him.

[@notafed6817]

True but im impressed that he saw him before what looks like is the warning shot. He was more aware than anyone around him

[@ch4osaeternum74]

Yup. Just always assume there might be an accomplice. Its a tough one cause its a race for time. But little details might spring out. Like the woman being the only person not running for an exit.

[@kennethcurtis1856]

I doubt you or the vast number of commenters, without professional LE/military training, would have noticed she wasn't running away. It's easy to sit on the couch and critisize his actions.

[@DaveE7171]

@@kennethcurtis1856 my first sentence was that I couldn't be more proud of the guy. I guess it was just a matter of time until a negative thinking insecure person chimed in.

[@garyhernandez4545]

@@kennethcurtis1856 Okay Kenneth, thanks for the information.

[@Dutty_Boy]

I respect this guy for doing something. He tried to protect people he didnt even know and it in turn cost him his life. He put the life of many people before his own. RIP

[@knessing7681]

Lived as a Hero, and died as a selfless Warrior. Rest in Peace Joseph Wilcox.

[@timslayton6329]

Gave his life trying to save life. That’s a hero.

[@CharlesGervasi]

He knew he was taking a chance and the safe thing to do would be to flee. The fact that being brave can end badly is what makes it brave.

[@wildswift8040]

No it makes you Dead in a Walmart while Cops are just getting into the building to engage not only that cops would have shot him if they saw him

[@SoCal_Ryder]

Shadow One Definitely! Nah when a cop sees an unidentified man with a gun during a shooting spree they like asking them to put it down nicely. Imagine killing an active shooter just to be shot down by police.

[@Mr_Resz]

This proves- you must have situational awareness and be cautious of multiple threats. Wilcox was very brave and didn’t hesitate to step in to protect others may he Rest In Peace.

[@oldironsides4107]

He didn’t protect anyone. He died in vain in less than 20 seconds. This is a Darwin Award. Because it’s tragic doesn’t mean he wasn’t a complete idiot

[@thepurplebandit3859]

@@oldironsides4107 He may very well have traded his own life for another by buying someone else enough time to escape. Whether it was stupid is irrelevant, he's still more of a hero than some armchair activist would ever be. Respect for the dead, my guy.

[@bryanchen4879]

@@oldironsides4107 more of a man than you will ever be, worm.

[@ITRUTH213]

Not only that most ppl would assume your one of the gunmen running around with a gun.

[@ryanabarca8616]

@@oldironsides4107 I'd wager it'd be 1000x better to be him than you.

[@Ephemeralization-hm9sq]

This is why operators tend to soak up the situation when there are multiple unknowns in a confrontation. Sometimes no action is the best action until you have more information. This young man is a hero.

[@noahtaube9323]

Better than doing nothing. I wouldn't mind going out like that. Props to him for being a hero

[@ClarkKent-ic3pb]

Go ahead 😭

[@billydeewilliams9104]

@@ClarkKent-ic3pb You're another WEAK POS. Thank GOD there's brave people in this world.

[@NickM89]

@@ClarkKent-ic3pbyou don’t understand. I live in a good town and nothing really happens but I look for it everyday. My girl thinks I’m checking out women out of lust. Lol. If that happens to me then so be it. I probably wouldn’t do what he did and chase.

[@J0sh92]

He lost his life but even in hindsight I’m not sure I could act differently than him. No way could I exit the store knowing I have the power to stop innocent people from getting killed

[@Bob-qu4wc]

Let professionals handle it.

[@J0sh92]

@@Bob-qu4wc Sometimes the professionals put a quick stop to these things and other times you get Parkland or Pulse, where they set up a perimeter let people bleed out. If I'm there and I'm armed, I'd have to act. YMMV

[@JK-co4lz]

@@jason5409 I would agree with you if the girl didn't outright execute Mr. Wilcox. The fact that she did that without hesitation shows that they were planning on extreme measures. Also, with the fact that they were doing something irrational as to shoot into the ceiling, you can not approach this case with a logical line of thinking that no one is in danger.

[@bradmiller9993]

I agree with Johns assessment but.......I have to wonder if there isn't such a thing as 'obligation' in a situation like this. He may have been the only one in the store that was armed and so then what? He walks away to fight another day but he left the rest of the people in the store defenseless. I just don't know.

[@elcapitanian]

@@bradmiller9993 Unless you are trained to deal with these situations you will do more harm than good. My firearm doesn't make me a cop and definitely doesn't turn me o Into John Wick. My job is to act how I would if I did not have a gun and if after doing that I have no other choice then let the chips fall where they may.

[@rbxa2147]

That's scary if he didn't show that there were two of them I wouldn't never seen the 2ed person and I would most likely have died in that situation as well😐

[@shithouserat9834]

Maybe learn some internet speak its spelled wrong on purpose. Fucking idiot kids...

[@rbxa2147]

Really both of you are going to spell check some1 on the internet and call me stupid so what I'm not great at spelling what does making fun of me change all you've done is waste time

[@rbxa2147]

Anyway how do you guys know if English is my first language because it isn't so pretty good if you ask me

[@zsn1gman]

SickSkyllz - I think you meant " "scary"? ".

[@shithouserat9834]

SickSkyllz You think that up in the closet masterbating or something?

[@arts6821]

As dangerous as stepping in and putting yourself in harms way at least for me, I don't think I could ever live with the fact that if I were a concealed carrier and I decided to just run away from the situation instead of doing something and letting other people die. That would haunt me for the rest of my life knowing that I could have done something to at least prevent more people from dying but instead I chose to save myself. Those people who died who had families and loved ones gone forever and I could have possibly saved their life by intervening, I just hope that I never have to be in that kind of situation.

[@budte]

I'd say we need more Mr Joseph Wilcoxes because this concern only with ourselves and our own families is a limited viewpoint and Mr Wilcox appears to have been bigger than that. What we need to do is examine and learn lessons.

[@Cj1985_GT]

I applaud this man and he should be honored. He gave his life in trying to protect innocent people from 2 psychopaths. I am a firearm owner and i would have done the same thing to try to stop these people. But like you said, he had no idea she was with that guy. But hes a hero in my book for trying.

[@kelvinlopez4792]

Honor for that he got put down

[@L8bro]

What a fluke. How remote were the odds that a woman with a shopping basket was secretly covering the active shooter. I would bet very few could have seen that coming or could even possibly have that on their radar, more so when you are singularly focused on the known bad guy. MUCH RESPECT. Evil just won that day.

[@georgecubie8560]

Tell me how dumb was it to go look for a guman and not know where he is?? He could've popped up around an isle on him also

[@Dargonhuman]

Well, if he had been better at reading his environment and noticed literally everyone else besides that ONE woman running away from the shooter, he'd still be alive. He wanted to be John McClain and ended up not only dead but not having done anything to help the situation.

[@ryanmartin6813]

Ya, you know there shoulda been a red flag saying WHY is this woman ignoring the guy in front of her shooting a gun?

[@stormcrowlegendary3512]

She did that on purpose. The fact she was following would have possibly given me pause, but I dunno.

[@USCtrojanFootball1]

Ya you usually think there's only one crazy person shooting. It's very rare to have two crazy people at the same time killing people.

[@iamboxboxman596]

What a man, a chance to save people lives and he jumps for it. I wish the mainstream would use this example to show people why everyone with the ability to own a firearm should, as well as get proper firearms training. Yet we are in a war against those who want to take it away from us. I hope that this man is at peace beyond us.

[@MarkeyyzWoods]

Completely agree

[@mrdemann702]

Hey, you should take this guy and use him to further the incorrect narrative that your guns are being taken away. Well done, you've done his memory proud.

[@stunnafoo]

Lol hero sure dumbass fr

[@davidmartin4683]

"Machine Gun aMerica" FUN FOR THE wHOLE FAMILY

[@Flodro250]

@@mrdemann702 Seriously

[@albertgerman4426]

Wilcox is a legend. GOD bless him and his loved ones. He is resting above with warriors like himself.

[@couchmayne4351]

Why tf wasn’t this on the news?!? This guy is a fuckin g Rest In Peace to a real one we need more people like him

[@officestapler]

Fairly certain it was, 5 years ago

[@ISCARI0T]

anyone know what happened after? did the mass shooting happen or not

[@officestapler]

@@ISCARI0T i believe it did

[@CalculusVariations99]

News doesn't like to show lawful gun owners defending us. They want to make it seem like lawful people never use their guns for good.

[@Zakman7698]

Because they want us feeling defenseless and helpless.

[@agustinmoscuzza3270]

I was the overnight manager for 9 years at that store and was working there when this took place. Mr Wilcox is a hero, I believe his actions did save the lives of my associates and customers that day. I knew the two officers personally as they were called regularly for shoplifting apprehensions. The video in it's entirety is very graphic especially the final shoot out with Las Vegas Metro in the automotive department. I will always be proud of my associates and supervisors who calmly helped customers escape through the emergency exits.

[@RobertSmith-sq1wg]

I WANNA SEE THE VID

[@TheSpiritRonin69420]

Heroes like this is what should be on the news. This is actually news, not the bs time wasting resource parasites which are posting stuff that is being posted like it is in today's disgraceful journalism and coverage. The heroes like these need to be on the news.

[@TrillNaga]

R.I.P Joseph Wilcox much respect to you, may your soul be blessed by the creator

[@Manamanamana36]

hero

[@danieldee5631]

Sheep Dog...... He made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the safety of others!

[@williamschlegelmilch5257]

He did the correct thing where others would not, unfortunately didn’t see the the other suspect, train like your life depends on it if that day arises so you can come out a survivor. Sad but he probably stopped something much worse so he needs to be remembered.

[@SyndFire]

What sacrifice lol he basically killed himself

[@zagorith14]

@@SyndFire His purpose was to attempt to stop a maniac who had already killed two people. He attempted to do a good, honorable thing. You, on the other had, are sitting at your computer, talking shit about a man with more balls than you could dream of. His sacrifice was he stood up when others fled to try and stop a scumbag from hurting people and lost his life in doing so. Even if he failed, his actions are those of a hero. And if his death isn't a heroic sacrifice, then I don't know what is. You keep that in mind when you decide to use your anonymity to act like an ass and insult someone deceased who can't make a rebuttal. Like a coward.

[@Brian-mb6sp]

@@zagorith14 well said sir. To me he's one of the biggest heroes. He wasn't getting or expecting a pay check. He was truly serving his country to prevent loss of other innocent lives. Just my opinion though.

[@relate5903]

LOOK AT ME IM YOUR PRESIDENT bruh it was over 2 months ago don’t bring him back lol

[@bdjm8595]

Very sad, he deserves a lot of credit.

[@MycoTooMushed]

God bless you and your family Jared thank you for trying that’s all we can do and hope for the best

[@renetanner2875]

He did what was right and should be threated as a hero,

[@MrProp46]

he did what was right....B.S. !!! what he did was royally screw up his children... hnjkkkikkn seriously in 3 years from now will you remember this when you go to purchase his daughter for sex on back page and pay full price or will you jew her down on the price real men think of there children and familys when faced with the choice of watching kardashions on tv vs seeking tv fame and free beer for doing stupid crap like this had he not been an idiot ... his son would not become a drug addict in a few years

[@kevinschoulten710]

^What an idiot, please never become a CCW.

[@MrProp46]

+Kevin Schoulten ive had one for over 12 years.... and id neve r do what this guy did... ive got children a wife elderly parents and 7 employees if you listen to this narrerator... he backs up my argument 100% prop

[@renetanner2875]

***** I`m taking care my fellow vet. left diying in the street by our good corrupt Gov. PS. what are you doing about IT.... Big mouth NO action...stfu

[@renetanner2875]

***** you`re a moron

[@Big_Ballz1983]

Should have been a red flag since she is just walking while everyone else is running around terrified.

[@kevinknorr9126]

Yeah, he was too focused on the presentation of gun fire and the possible role of his own weapon in the situation. He was well intended, but his tunnel vision quickly put him in danger. That should be a clue to someone in a dangerous situation like this. If you are reacting on fight or flight instincts, flight should probably be your first choice. Even trained professionals are putting themselves at great risk when they must intervene.

[@praktikalnurse504]

agreed. While everyone else is running, bailing out, screaming, watch for the calm one, and avoid.

[@kylerott]

Exactly. Everyone else is running and she is calmly pushing a cart.

[@praktikalnurse504]

+kylerott that's my point😀

[@praktikalnurse504]

+Jay Mac yes. social and area awareness.

[@hardset-vi3ze]

I've learned many hard lesson in life but fortunately not as hard as this. But the best lesson I've learned is that Life is not fair!!! Ask his family, would you rather have a live husband, father, friend or a dead hero? Situational awareness is most important. Best 4-5 minute video I've seen for years!!!!! God bless this selfless soul!!!!!!

[@missthang4982]

Oh my heart? 💔 The highest of fives to Mr. Wilcox. We honour you in heaven. God bless your soul and the family and friends you've left behind. 🙏

[@lolekbolek2702]

that's so sad... thank you sir for trying to protect others. rest in peace

[@aaronm8636]

Wow. Utterly heartbreaking. I'm sure his heart was pounding and he was very aware he could get killed in the process. That's a real hero. So sorry he got taken down like that. What pure wickedness. I also appreciate the video trying to teach us some things as well to learn from this. Be safe out there folks and watch out for eachother. This guy was looking out for others on a rare level. RIP.

[@aaronm8636]

Sidney Waithe what in the absolute hell are you even talking abo.....oh forget it. Have a great day.

[@aaronm8636]

sneeky7 Fascinating analysis. Future generations will look to your comments and glean from the frothy wisdom of your words.

[@aaronm8636]

sneeky7 In your bizarrely masked attempts to voice your disapproval for CCW people and the 2A you simultaneously make yourself look extrordinarily vile and full of hatred and contempt. Your written tone is very telling about who you are: you're a liberal. :) Donald Trump won. He is your president. And he will be again in 2020. When he wins again I want you to remember this conversation. Furthermore, I hope that if you're life is ever in danger(I pray it won't ever be) that a responsible gun owner will be there to save you. Enjoy your life. I hope you can find some inner peace. Sounds like your soul is in turmoil. Just remember that Jesus loves you. It says so in the Bible.

[@epickett63]

@sneeky7 Wow, you really WEREN'T paying attention, were you? The CCW holder never SAW the lady with the gun. Look at it again. He steps past her, and raises his gun in anticipation of engaging the male perp. The female shot him from behind.

[@epickett63]

@sneeky7 So why does he raise his gun to the left side of the screen? I think you're seeing(or imagining) things, but only YOU can interpret that for yourself..

[@luisraya8734]

Youre a straigh up gentlemen and I respect you! best advice I heard today.

[@jacobg2924]

It's been 7 years, I still remember this act of heroism. What a legend. Bless his family. 🙏

[@fuhrernecio8089]

To all the trolls making jokes about Mr. Wilcox you’re cowards and will never be remembered. That’s why you’re here making jokes to get a reaction because that’s the only way you will get attention. RIP Wilcox you’re a hero in my book.

[@themaker2475]

Haven’t found one comment trolling Wilcox.... fake news.

[@fuhrernecio8089]

The Maker what do you mean people are roasting that man for getting killed saying that if it were them they wouldn’t have died ??

[@user-qo9et7xi3k]

Man of action. How many of us would have done the same thing.

[@masterman6753]

The Maker They’re there, there just isn’t many, thankfully.

[@masterman6753]

Roger Powell sr. It’s quite pitiful and shameful of you to say that. It really shows how weak of a mind you have, and how selfish you are. I mean you’re talking about how rapidly the cops would get there? That’s a pretty foolish thing to say given that in a Walmart full of shoppers, just 30 people could be shot and killed in under a minute, before the cops would even show up. And you say it was a dumb move, but that’s completely false. It’s completely false because the only mistake he made was not assuming there was another person with a gun working with the person he was going to kill. And that doesn’t make his move a dumb move, I mean that could’ve happened to anybody. You really think most people would just assume that a lady very far away from a gunman not seeming to be causing any trouble at all is working together with that gunman? No, most people wouldn’t. This guy did something very brave, and very honorable, and unfortunately there are more cowards like you then warriors like him. I mean with your logic, you’re practically saying having a Military is a dumb move. It’s not just about Family and yourself. Human lives in general matter, not just the ones you know. Keep that in mind, and try not to say stupid things like what you said here anymore. Also, when someone is dead for trying to do something good, the least you could do is honor that, and not insult them for dying. It’s not like he was the bad guy here.

[@tobiasschmidt3298]

you know what i appreciate what may not be super obvious to everyone? The fact that you don`t name the suspects but do name the victim. Too often, or rather all the time, the media focuses only on the suspect, his name, his background, bla bla. The victim, in this case a hero, usually stays unknown. Why is that? Its exactly criminals like this, who think because there will be stories written about them that it will spawn revolutions, that get empowered by the thought of "They will talk about me for years after this". You know what? Fuck that. Thanks for not giving the time of day to these suspects and focusing on the victim.

[@martinj9647]

Ozone but who is "they"? I mean do you think if US news organizations didn't associate Osama with 9/11 and various other illegal activities the taliban wouldn't exist? Or do you know of any organization or group that specifically sprung up only after Timothy McVeigh was named, the unabomber's identity was revealed, Charles mansion and his " family" were caught, etc.? Staking the possibility of some revolution on the inclusion or absence of a suspects name is a bit unrealistic when looking back on history. Sure, some people will sympathize and may even go on to proverbially carry the torch, but those people would exist regardless and their hate isn't a product of simply knowing someone's name, they're merely looking for justification to do what they'd more than likely still have done for some other reason. Honestly it'd probably be a better argument that naming a suspect leads to violence from people opposing their thoughts rather than getting people to follow in their footsteps. Even as someone with a criminal record myself I see a very real reason suspect information should be aired out and made public, and these dirtballs identities shouldn't be disassociated from their actions.

[@martinj9647]

@@OzoneEN yeah... I still don't see how a suspects name convinces people to go down the path of becoming a murderer. The notion that the simple act of publicizing a suspects name is what makes someone else commit a similar act is honestly just silly to me. No one, including gorillas army's in south america, insurgents in the middle east, Nazi war criminals, or high school shooters do what they do because someone's name was in the news. Like I said, feel free to go ahead and name some people if that's actually the case, but you can't.

[@chriscarr959]

@@martinj9647 I can't quite grasp the logic either. If he doesn't want to give them the attention, cool, but trying to dress it up as preventing a "revolution" by omitting a name -_-

[@OzoneEN]

Monkey J There is evidence that people that hear of crimes do them themselves. Havent you heard anyone say, “Well he did it to so its okay for me to do it.” If you think that reasoning for commiting a crime is stupid, just remember that there have been other crimes commited for dumber reasons. Also I believe that the original poster was just giving thanks for bringing the attention to the guy that tried to be a hero and said that the criminals get too much spotlight, which is what they want. Theres a clip of a guy going through a high speed chase by highjacking multiple cars, kidnaps a child, and hits a police officer with a car so that way he and some friends can get some youtube money and fame.

[@littleraska]

When we discuss the suspect, we are doing so with the intent of learning about why these people did what they did and more importantly to learn how to prevent further tragedy. In this case, it is great that this heroic individual is being recognized for his bravery, but this usually isn't the case.

[@jacobohm4438]

So much respect for that man!

[@Patriot93933]

The CCW holder made the decision to help his fellow man. He lacked experience and situational awareness to understand the threat dynamic. Sometimes the best course of action is to safeguard those citizens around you first. In the end, its what one does for others that separates him from the cowards. God bless this CCW holder for doing the right thing.

[@troyg3831]

yeah sadly he was in a hurry to save lives and didn't know to follow the first rule of engagement. your first mission is to not get shot... so you work your way to the shooter while maintaining cover and preferably keeping your back covered. just bad luck tho... the odds of a woman being involved and willing to shoot are so low statistically... the male psychology typically won't register them as a threat.

[@panzerken]

The "right thing" got himself killed.

[@armydoc115]

The point is, he didn't go out like a bitch. He stood up for unarmed civilians, protecting those around him. When I go, I hope it is either peacefully in my bed, or with a firearm in my hand, knowing I've done my part. I did it in combat, got shot, and lived. I'll do it on my home soil for my fellow Americans.

[@rooksman64]

Honestly he should have had his gun drawn and ready to shoot like any police officer would have

[@rooksman64]

+SquareOne the world is built by doers not thinkers

[@Okoic12CSP]

Its crazy reading these comments. I currently work in law enforcement, I am a CCW holder, I have a MA, and BA in Criminal Justice. There is so much training, understanding, and luck that takes place to properly control a situation. Some of you are talking about how you would die trying, seek out the shooter, take him out etc. With active shooters you dont know when its going to happen, you dont know who is going to be with you, you dont know where you will be located proximity too the shooter. I think Wilcox was very brave, but a little anxious and excited at the opportunity to stop the shooter. In any confrontation our heartbeat picks up, we get tunnel vision, and our adrenaline is going. That alone takes training, and experience to control. As you can see his killer was walking right in front of him calmly as her husband was shooting. But with so many responses in his body going on, his vision was tunneled and focused on one guy. I definitly understand why John preaches about 3rd party situations. Its so easy to type into a computer about what you would do, when most are not trained nor prepared. Sounding good on the internet is one thing, being in the thick of it is a entirely different story. John never says he made a bad choice but he has always stated be careful about 3rd party situations. This is just one of the reasons, but here are a few more. People may think you are the shooter, there maybe another CCW carrier in the building and get confused, Police will not know who you are, you are responsible for every bullet that leaves your firearm. I watch these videos myself as a training tool. THE 2 BIGGEST REMINDERS I GET FROM JOHN IS CONTINUOUSLY BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS, AND THERE IS USUALLY A TRAILING ACCOMPLICE.

[@dcents5458]

Agreed. And like every situation, what you do or not do has to be based on the totality of circumstances.

[@JoinTheProgress]

Fwiw (and from someone who in general dislikes people in LE), I agree with you completely, and made a similar comment above before reading yours. There is an ability and tools to assess the situation that people like you have, that a good semaratan in the middle of the situation does not have. It is foolish to attempt to engage in a situation unless you're directly involved and have to. No disrespect intended to the victim.

[@djsandmannable]

all these people will disagree with you because the good guy with a gun myth.

[@jeffbutton9611]

I would disagree with your statement that there is usually a second shooter. Statistically speaking, in the majority of mass shootings, there is usually only one gunman.

[@scots04]

@Zac Zoidis your an idiot

[@franswiggidy]

Thank you for sharing. Very informative. This might save a life one day.

[@jessepearson557]

A true Hero thanks for sharing!

[@marcostorres2329]

I don't care if you were in the Army, Navy, or took CCW classes, no one is ever going to prepare you to handle a situation like this on your own. To all those people saying "How could he not notice, she wasn't panicking?" Do you know how fast this shit happens? You don't go anywhere in public expecting to encounter a mass shooter. This is not like the movies were the bad guys are easy to tell from the rest of the crowd. You are not The Transporter or Rambo.I doubt you have anyone ever point a gun at you or towards your direction, so zip it. I would rather help as many people get out instead of starting a shoot out in a crowded store because I might get some innocent person hurt or SWAT will come in and think I am one of the shooters.

[@-offline-3739]

Marcos Torres The only thing he missed was her being the only one still casually prancing around, though I challenge anyone to notice in a life and death situation. Very few can and I doubt any boasters in here belong in that demography. The vast majority of servicemen (although somewhat trained to) aren't accustomed to operating individually, and are likely to make the same mistake this man did, considering Servicemen are trained to filter out civilians from combatants and it was not initially evident she was armed. All the people in here blowing hot air best save it, so they can inflate their girlfriends once they're done talking out of their asses and living in lalaland.

[@dickcastle]

Ecactly, all these armchair rambos are delusional.

[@TheMachete4u]

rj doggman I think you're just watching this from a pc perspective, I was robbed at gun point as a cashier at age 17 and now that I've been I've in the Army 20 years and in multiple combat zones, I can tell you when the shit hits the fan in real life, it's not the same as watching from the safety of your house buddy.

[@jessestone221]

i like how u didnt name the gunman.... smart move... dont let them be remembered by anyone... let them rot in jail as unknown crimanals .... let them die knowing no1 on the outside knows who they r or cares about them... as brave as that i was, i wish he wudnt have done it

[@TheDeagster877]

Your comment is so very important. We hear all the time about who the murderers were and not enough about the victims. We remember who killed but not who was killed a lot of times in social media.

[@harpdog1555]

What should really happen is they should be publicly executed. It would stop a lot of future cowards from doing that shit.

[@Eezbeats]

Not trying to be that asshole but their names are in the video

[@ahijado86]

Except for the criminals name and information pertaining to the incident are public record. You, I or anyone should be allowed to know who was involved in what incident and where. Do you not know who your neighbors are? Have you looked up their public records to make sure they haven't been arrested 5,10,15,20 years ago? Do you even care?

[@Burner355]

They both died that day.

[@kevinarthur8488]

There’s 2 types of men… One that runs away from danger, and then there’s ones like this man that runs toward it and takes it head on. Crazy to think he went into that wal mart just to run an errand and had no clue it was the last moments of his life. Just crazy to wrap my head around, that anything can happen at any time and to not take life for granted. Rest easy my friend. I know I’m late to the party just finally seeing this video now 7 years later, but I still feel obliged to give my condolences and to recognize this man as a hero.

[@jaydenmoon1165]

Rest in Peace Joseph - I am sorry you lost your life in this incident - You were a brave person

[@nonameguy96]

RIP Mr. Wilcox A true hero putting others before himself.

[@SyndFire]

Hes not a hero he got himself a bullet to the back of his head that's it lol

[@gregflores8959]

Syndicatefire XD And that is my wish for you,...bitch.

[@liamiangaming7931]

@@gregflores8959 Honestly though, that dude is fucked up.

[@viper-1-2023]

Thank you for this video. i learned from this. rip brother