A lot of people probably don't know who he is. Those who do have probably only heard of him as "an innocent bystander" involved in a shooting. I want to set the record straight.
On February 24th, David Arroyo Sr. opened fire on his wife and son on the town square in Tyler, Texas. His wife was killed outright, but his son (David Jr.) was only wounded in one leg. Why was he only wounded in one leg? Because Mark Wilson, a Tyler resident and concealed carry permit holder, arrived on the scene with his Glock 17. Wilson engaged Arroyo and saved young David's life at the cost of his own.
Mark Wilson was armed with a 9mm automatic. David Arroyo Sr was armed with a AK-47 and was wearing several layers of body armor. Wilson managed to wound Arroyo and slow him down enough to contribute to his capture, but he was badly outgunned. Despite making excellent use of cover, Wilson was shot in the head trying to get away himself. The unfortunately tactical lesson here is don't bring a pistol to a long gun fight.
Geek with a .45 has coverage of the memorial service complete with pictures. He also responds to some damn fool who is pissing on Wilson's grave.
Perhaps one day I will be able to shake Mark Wilson's hand in paradise. I look forward to it. Rest in Peace sir, you have earned it.
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