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surprise_i'm_armed wrote:The owner of "Shoot Straight Firearms" LGS knew that the GG's gun was taken
in evidence, and he offered the GG his choice of handgun for free.

The GG's choice in handgun was a Springfield Armory XDS (eXtreme Duty Single stack).
No further description in the news item as to whether it was 9MM or .45; 3.3" or 4.0" barrel.

SIA

The citizen’s gun was seized in the course of the investigation, and it’s not likely that he will get it back. But people appreciated his courage and willingness to do the right thing, no matter what it might cost him. But Shoot Straight gun store owner Mark Williams called Bardes’ department and asked if he could do something for the citizen in return.

Three days after saving Bardes’ life, the citizen was invited to the gun store and told he could choose any concealed carry weapon that he wanted. He ended up choosing a Springfield XDS, and can continue to keep himself — and his community — safe.