This week’s Good Guy with a Gun highlights the heroic actions of an off-duty Brazilian military police officer — and mother — who stepped up to defend her child and others during a robbery attempt at a school.
The incident took place outside a private school during morning drop-off. Parents were gathered with their children when a man armed with a gun approached the group and attempted to rob them. What the attacker didn’t know was that one of the mothers present was not only armed — but highly trained.
The Incident: A Robber Targets Families at Drop-Off
Surveillance footage shows a man approaching the group of families, drawing a handgun, and announcing a robbery. His firearm aimed at parents and children alike, the scene quickly turned chaotic — until one mother, standing to the side, calmly took action.
With her purse in hand, the mother discreetly retrieved a subcompact .40 caliber handgun — believed to be a Taurus — from her bag. Timing her moment as the robber turned away, she opened fire.
The Response: Three Shots, One Immediate Threat Neutralized
The officer fired three controlled shots. All struck the suspect. Though the robber managed to fire twice in response, his rounds missed. He collapsed shortly after. The mother then quickly secured his weapon, kicked it out of reach, and began controlling the scene. The attacker later died from his wounds.
What makes this incident especially powerful is how calmly and tactically she handled every step:
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She waited until the robber’s attention was elsewhere to draw.
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She fired with purpose, stopping when the threat stopped.
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She took control of the attacker’s weapon to ensure no further harm.
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And importantly, she protected not only her child but every other family present.
Lessons in Preparedness and Composure
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Carry with Intent — Always
The officer didn’t expect to use her firearm that day. But she carried it anyway. As the narrator in the video put it: “Your defensive encounter is going to come on a day you don’t expect.” -
Surreptitious Draws Can Save Lives
Instead of going for a fast draw, she drew discreetly — and effectively. Timing and concealment kept her from becoming a target before she could act. -
Control the Scene After the Shot
She didn’t just shoot and freeze. She moved with intent — securing the attacker’s weapon, covering angles, and regaining command of the space. -
Stop When the Threat Stops
After the attacker dropped his weapon and raised his hands, she stopped shooting. This clear use of restraint aligns perfectly with the principles of responsible self-defense.
Final Thoughts
While she wasn’t in uniform, this mother was clearly prepared. She carried daily. She stayed aware. And when the moment came, she acted with both skill and restraint.
The result? Dozens of lives — including her child’s — were protected that day.
Be Ready — Even When You’re Just Dropping Off the Kids
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