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In the 1990s, the agency started sharing with local law enforcement agencies its National Integrated Ballistic Information Network, which collects the unique marks on bullet casings found at shooting scenes.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

But the realization dawned that Ronnie might, as it were, take the bullet for Stuart.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

At 66, he wondered whether it was time to bite the bullet.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Wahl said a bullet may have deflected off the landscaper's hard hat, although this had yet to be confirmed.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

When Agnew saw the damaged backbone, he stuck his little finger through the hole created by Guiteau's bullet.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow