Stop The Killing

A deep dive into the case files of former head of the FBI’s Active Shooter program Katherine Schweit; diving deep into true crime revealing the insider’s story of what happened and what went wrong at some of the world's worst mass shootings, empowering listeners along the way. With Co-Host Sarah Ferris.

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S5B5 THE FBI REPORT: WHY ACTIVE SHOOTER NUMBERS ARE DROPPING – AND WHAT STILL NEEDS TO CHANGE

This week on Stop the Killing, we’re bringing you some rare and cautiously optimistic news.
Former FBI agent Katherine Schweit breaks down the newly released FBI 2024 Active Shooter Report, and the headline is striking:

📉 A 50% decrease in active shooter incidents across the United States.

But what does that really mean? Are prevention efforts working? And where are these incidents still happening – and why?

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • The difference between mass shootings and active shooter incidents

  • Why open spaces are now the most common location for these attacks

  • The ages, weapons, and motivations behind the shooters

  • How schools remain vulnerable – and what insider threats look like

  • Why most incidents are over before police arrive, and what that means for your own safety

  • The role of kindness in prevention

📌 You can read the full 2024 FBI Active Shooter Report via the Resources tab at Katherine’s website.

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