| 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 Square, NYC | 3 wounded | Random shooting into crowd |
| August 17 | Brooklyn, NY (Taste of the City) | 3 dead, 8 wounded | Mass shooting in lounge |
The Urgent Need for Preparedness: Active Shooter & Mass Violence Incidents in the Past Month
Over the past month alone, communities across the United States have been shaken by multiple active shooter and mass shooting incidents:
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Chicago, IL — A drive-by shooting left 4 dead and 14 injured.
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Anaconda, MT — 4 people were killed inside a bar.
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Austin, TX — 3 lives were lost in a Target parking lot.
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Atlanta, GA (CDC/Emory) — A police officer was killed, and the suspect also died.
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Times Square, NYC — 3 people were wounded in a crowded public space.
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Brooklyn, NY — 3 people were killed and 8 more were wounded in a lounge.
Each of these tragedies is a painful reminder that the threat is not abstract—it is real, it is present, and it impacts every type of community. From small towns to major cities, no environment is immune.
Why PGI’s PAAD Program Exists
At Peeler Group International, we believe that preparation is the most powerful tool against violence. That’s why we developed the PAAD Program (Prevent, Assess, Avoid, Defend)—a comprehensive approach to risk management designed for organizations, schools, and communities.
The PAAD Program helps leaders and teams:
✔ Recognize risks early by identifying behavioral and situational warning signs.
✔ Reduce vulnerabilities through tailored security planning.
✔ Respond effectively under stress with practical, real-world training.
Our approach blends professional experience with actionable strategies, ensuring that safety is not left to chance.
Building Safer Communities Together
Preparation saves lives. Awareness creates resilience. Training builds confidence.
The incidents listed above underscore the importance of taking action now—not after tragedy strikes. With PAAD, your workplace, school, or organization can move beyond fear and uncertainty toward resilience and readiness. Preparedness isn’t optional—it’s life-saving.
➡️ Learn how PAAD and PGI can help your people, your workplace, and your community stay safer.
