In an inspiring act of bravery that likely saved countless lives, Deacon Richard Pryor, the man who used his personal pickup truck to stop an active shooter outside his church last month, has now been honored with a brand-new Ford F-150.
A Split-Second Decision That Saved Lives
The terrifying event unfolded one Sunday morning when Deacon Pryor arrived late for church. As he pulled into the parking lot, he was met with chaos—a gunman was actively firing at the church entrance.
Without a second thought, Deacon Pryor acted decisively. He drove his pickup truck directly at the shooter, striking him and interrupting the attack, even as bullets pierced his own vehicle. His courageous move disrupted what authorities now say could have been a devastating mass shooting.
Meanwhile, a member of the church’s armed security team returned fire, striking the gunman and ending the threat. Together, their fast and fearless actions protected the lives of everyone inside.
Honoring a Local Hero
In the days that followed, Deacon Pryor’s truck, riddled with bullet holes, stood as a powerful symbol of sacrifice and courage. But now, thanks to the generosity of a local dealership and community supporters, Pryor has been gifted a brand-new Ford F-150 to replace the one he used to stop the shooter.
Grateful yet humble, Deacon Pryor remarked:
“I was just trying to protect my church family. I didn’t think about anything else.”
A Legacy of Courage
Though he insists he’s not a hero, the community—and the nation—sees him differently. His bold action, alongside the decisive response of the church security member, undoubtedly averted a tragedy and reminds us that heroes are often ordinary people put in extraordinary situations.
As the church continues to reflect and heal, Deacon Pryor’s story stands as a shining example of what it means to act with love, faith, and courage in the face of danger.
Let us celebrate his bravery and continue to lift up those who risk everything to protect others.
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