After the Gunfight: The Human Cost of a Life-and-Death Decision
- Breakout Session
- the (FELLOWSHIP HALL 2)
- July 23 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
In this breakout, Ben shares his personal experience of being involved in a fatal gunfight where he was forced to take a life to defend others. He discusses the incident as both a 15-year police veteran and the one being investigated. He has a unique perspective from being on both sides of the badge. You will hear his deeply personal experience in hopes of preparing you. Most importantly, Ben addresses and prepares you for the long-term psychological impact, including stress, scrutiny, moral weight, and the emotional toll that follows long after the headlines fade, should you ever find yourself in his unfortunate shoes. This session is designed to provide an honest, unfiltered look at survival, accountability, and the human cost behind life-and-death decisions.
