Thursday, August 24, 2023

Arizona Woman Fires at Registered Sex Offender Attempting to Enter Her Residence Through Window

Jayson Magrum, 42. Image via Arizona Department of Public Safety.

A woman aged 54, residing just beyond the outskirts of Tucson, Arizona, faced an unwanted scenario where she had to defend her home against a neighbor who forcefully attempted to gain entry. Despite her reluctance, the individual's actions severely limited her alternatives. Due to her solitary lifestyle, she lacked the presence of anyone who could aid in repelling the potential intruder. Nonetheless, she did possess a handgun, which she utilized to level the playing field.

The individual attempting intrusion was identified as Jayson Magrum, a registered sex offender aged 42. Remarkably, Magrum seemed undeterred even after the woman retrieved her firearm and instructed him to cease his actions. Perhaps he underestimated her willingness to employ it. She even discharged a warning shot as he endeavored to enter through a window. Despite this, Magrum persisted and attempted to disarm the woman.

It was in this critical moment that she made the decision to use her firearm. From close range, the handgun demonstrated its efficacy as a great equalizer, swiftly ending the attack. Subsequently, the sex offender's actions were halted as he collapsed within a few steps, ensuring he would no longer pose a threat to others.


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