Date Location Victims Incident Type July 2 Chicago, IL 4 dead, 14 wounded Mass shooting (drive‑by) August 1 Anaconda, MT 4 dead Mass shooting (bar) August 8 Atlanta, GA (CDC/Emory) 1 officer dead, suspect also dead Active-shooter August 11 Austin, TX 3 dead (two adults, one child) Target parking lot shooting August 9 Times [...]
At Peeler Group International (PGI), we receive dozens of applications weekly from individuals seeking roles in executive protection, threat mitigation, corporate investigations, and other specialized security functions. Yet many of these applicants, often talented and experienced, fail to position themselves in a way that communicates their true value. A missed opportunity isn’t always due [...]
In 1978, more than 900 people died in a jungle settlement called Jonestown. They weren’t weak. They weren’t stupid. They were manipulated. These were everyday people — teachers, nurses, young mothers, retired grandparents — who believed in something bigger than themselves. They wanted equality, purpose, and community. What they got was poison, terror, and [...]
On May 17, 2025, a car bomb exploded outside the American Reproductive Centers in Palm Springs, California, killing the suspect and injuring four others. The FBI identified the bomber as 25-year-old Guy Edward Bartkus of Twentynine Palms, California. Bartkus held radical “anti-natalist” and “pro-mortalist” beliefs, arguing that birth without consent is unethical, and deliberately [...]
A Personal Message from Bill Peeler Time and time again, I find myself making heartfelt pleas—sharing how we, as individuals and communities, can come together to prevent senseless tragedies like the one that unfolded at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Each time, I hope the message will resonate, that it will inspire [...]
Early in my career, I attended a training where the instructor divided "soft skills" and "hard skills" into separate categories. At the time, it seemed logical. But as I gained more field experience, I realized that no skill fits neatly into a box when you're on assignment. The rigid distinction between these categories doesn’t [...]
The Allure of ‘Cool Guy Stuff’: What We Often Overlook In the protection industry, it’s easy to get swept up in the allure of what I like to call the “cool guy stuff”—the tactical maneuvers, advanced gear, and action-packed scenarios. But often, the most critical elements of keeping people safe are the ones that [...]
The confusion between serial killers, primal aggressors, and cognitive aggressors often leads to misconceptions about their behaviors, motivations, and psychological states. A recent article, "Ted Bundy Lawyer Reveals What 'Totally Fascinates' Him About Bryan Kohberger Case," from Fox News, highlights this complexity by comparing the infamous serial killer Ted Bundy with Bryan Kohberger, who is accused [...]
Active shooter incidents have become a significant concern in the United States, prompting schools and organizations to implement various training programs. Historically, the emphasis has been on response strategies—preparing individuals to react during an incident. However, there is a growing recognition of the need to shift focus toward preventive measures, particularly those grounded in [...]
Effective Communication Tools Effective close protection depends on solid, seamless communication. For principal protection teams working with local EP support, keeping communication channels open and reliable is critical to coordination and quick responses. The July 13, 2024, incident involving the Secret Service sheds light on the importance of solid communication practices—lessons the private sector [...]
