gunfire
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In Byrd and Roberts’ case, the state insists it arose in seconds, during the same chaotic burst of gunfire that even the judge agrees began as lawful self-defense.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
He said his son was shot after he moved “toward the danger” when he heard gunfire in an effort to protect others, according to the AP.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
Several eyewitnesses were quoted by Russian media as saying gunfire preceded the explosion, indicating that air defences may have tried to shoot the drone down.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Frank Vogas told AFP he was buying paint at a shop in the area when the gunfire erupted.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
On Paul Van Riper’s first tour in Southeast Asia, when he was out in the bush, serving as an advisor to the South Vietnamese, he would often hear gunfire in the distance.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
