A shocking incident in Los Angeles has raised serious questions about the protection of Second Amendment rights for law-abiding citizens. A homeowner, Vince Ricci, who used a firearm to defend his family during a residential shoot-out, had his concealed carry permit revoked just days after the incident.
The incident, which occurred on November 4th in a residential neighborhood in Los Angeles, started when two armed men tried to force their way into Ricci’s home. As he returned from the gym, Ricci was confronted with two men pointing guns at him, threatening the lives of his wife, 5-month-old daughter, and the family’s nanny who were inside. In a split-second decision, Ricci used his firearm to fend off the attackers before they could harm his family.
However, just three days later, Ricci received a call from the sheriff’s office informing him that his concealed carry permit had been revoked. The reason cited for the revocation was that Ricci had allegedly yelled at the Los Angeles Police Department officers who had come to investigate the shooting. This development came as a shock to Ricci and his family, who were already traumatized by the incident.
JUST IN: California man, Vince Ricci, who defended his family from two robbers at his home has been stripped of his concealed carry permit
Absolute insanity.
On Nov 4 when Ricci was returning from the gym, two armed men rushed him as he was entering his home.
Ricci jumped into… pic.twitter.com/8adiC8dbf0
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) November 17, 2023
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office released a statement saying that they respect the rights of individuals to exercise their Second Amendment rights and that they follow the guidelines established by the Department of Justice for issuing concealed carry permits. They also mentioned that Ricci still has the option to re-apply for his permit and that they have been providing him with information about the process.
Ricci’s case has been gaining national attention, and his story has been shared on social media and news outlets. The National Rifle Association (NRA) has spoken out in support of Ricci and his right to defend his family. In a statement released to Fox News Digital, the NRA called the revocation of Ricci’s CCW permit “reprehensible” and condemned Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon for their “pro-criminal policies” that have turned the city into a “war zone.”
The NRA also shared an exclusive interview with Ricci in which he spoke about the incident and the current state of Los Angeles. “I used to walk into this house and see this beautiful house that I built for my family, and now I walk into a war zone,” Ricci said, referring to the rise in crime and violent incidents in the city. He also mentioned the recent case of a father who was killed by a violent criminal who had been released back into the streets by District Attorney Gascon.
Vince Ricci was coming back to his LA home on a quiet evening when two robbers jumped his wall and pointed guns at his chest.
But they weren’t ready for what was about to happen. He had a gun of his own and defended himself.
Now, California is suspending his Second Amendment. pic.twitter.com/sF0O76eO1M
— NRA (@NRA) November 17, 2023
The incident also shed light on the difficulty of obtaining a concealed carry permit in California. Despite legally owning his firearm and using it in self-defense on his private property, Ricci’s permit was revoked, highlighting the strict gun laws in the state.
In response to the incident, the owner of Beverly Hills Guns, Russell Stuart, emphasized the need for law-abiding citizens to have the right to defend themselves and their families. He also mentioned a rise in customers applying for CCW permits in recent days, showing a growing concern for personal safety and protection in the city.
The question now is, what message are California leaders sending to its citizens when a man defending his family on his private property is stripped of his concealed carry permit? This incident has sparked a debate about the protection of Second Amendment rights and the need for proper guidelines and protocols to be followed in issuing CCW permits. As Ricci continues to fight for his right to defend his family, many are calling for a re-evaluation of the current laws and policies in place.