top of page


The Analytical Imperative: Moving from Crisis Statistics to Evidence-Based Gun Violence Prevention
2025 United States Mass Shootings By Dr. Roger Ryan Rider | Triple R Investigations (TRI) I. The Urgency of a Verifiable Epidemic When Data Becomes a Mandate As of October 2025, the United States has recorded 340 mass shootings , according to the Gun Violence Archive, a grim milestone underscoring an ongoing national emergency. Beyond political debate, this level of recurring violence has taken on the unmistakable characteristics of a public health epidemic . Where tradition

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Oct 165 min read


When Security Lapses Open Doors: Lessons from the Canutillo ISD Intruder Incident
Damien Elementary School Introduction: A Wake-Up Call for School Safety On September 30, 2025, parents in El Paso were shaken when a 43-year-old male was arrested at Damien Elementary School in Canutillo ISD and made shooting gestures while staff and children were present. The man was later arrested after admitting he intended to “send a message.” While no one was physically harmed, the incident underscores a sobering truth: school security is only as strong as its weakest l

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Oct 83 min read


Courage in Crisis: Honoring the Heroes Who Stood Against Active Shooters
When gunfire erupts in a school, workplace, church, or public space, seconds determine whether lives are saved or lost. Active shooter incidents have become an urgent public safety crisis in the United States.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 285 min read


Building Safer Schools: A Comprehensive Blueprint for Prevention, Protection, and Recovery
Beyond the Headlines – Understanding the Reality of School Safety The fear is real. For communities, for educators, for parents. When we...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 247 min read


The Future of Police Training with VR/AR: Transforming De-Escalation, Preparedness, and Officer Safety
Operator XR Law Enforcement Virtual Reality Training System Introduction: A Shift in Police Training For decades, police academies across...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 225 min read


When Words Turn to Weapons: Navigating Political Violence in a Divided America
The recent assassination of MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk and the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump have plunged...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Sep 1410 min read


Addressing the Unthinkable: A Comprehensive Look at the Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting and the Path to Prevention
Grief and Unity Introduction: A Community Shattered, A Nation Reflects Fletcher Merkel and Harper Moyski On what should have been a...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 305 min read


Beyond Instinct – Empowering Proactive Survival with A.L.I.V.E.® Training
TRI instructor leading A.L.I.V.E.® training workshop The Unseen Threat and the Power of Preparedness Everyday spaces, such as schools,...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 213 min read


Uvalde: Beyond the Headlines – Understanding the Tragedy, Failures, and Pathways to Healing and Prevention
On May 24, 2022, the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, became the scene of an unspeakable tragedy: 19 precious fourth‑grade students and two beloved teachers lost their lives. Dozens more were physically injured, and an entire community and nation were plunged into immeasurable grief.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 125 min read


Beyond the Headlines – Unpacking the NYC Office Shooting
Beyond the Headlines: The Midtown Manhattan Shooting I. Introduction: A City Gripped by Tragedy On a somber Monday evening, Midtown...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 77 min read


Can Parents Be Prosecuted for Their Child’s Crime? A Look at the Crumbley Case and the Rise of Parental Liability for School Shootings
Can parents be held criminally responsible for the violent actions of their children? A recent wave of court decisions, including a groundbreaking school shooting case, suggests the legal tide is shifting. Once rare, the prosecution of parents for juvenile crimes is becoming a national conversation.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jun 294 min read


Tragedy Strikes Florida State University: Are You Prepared?
Community Comes Together at Florida State University in the Wake of Tragedy, Showing Strength and Solidarity. A chilling incident...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Apr 212 min read


Unpacking the Tragedy at Beavercreek Walmart and Empowering Your Safety
Beavercreek, Ohio The events of November 20, 2023, sent shockwaves through the quiet community of Beavercreek, Ohio. What began as an...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Apr 173 min read


Survival and Security Mindset: Lessons from the Virginia Tech Shooting
A Day to Remember Introduction On April 16, 2007, the Virginia Tech shooting shocked the world, leaving 32 people dead in one of the most...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jun 21, 20243 min read


Notable Active Shooter Situations
The threat of active shooter situations has unfortunately become a reality we must prepare for.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jun 2, 20249 min read


Empowering 3D Innovation: Triple R Investigations and Stitch3D
At Triple R Investigations (TRI), we are dedicated to harnessing the power of 3D technology to revolutionize public safety training.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
May 23, 20243 min read


A.L.I.V.E. Awareness: Strategies for Active Shooter Preparedness
In today's world, the threat of active shooter incidents has become an unsettling reality. From workplaces to educational institutions...

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Apr 2, 202413 min read


Answering the Call: Enhanced Training Solutions by Avrio Analytics
Traditional law enforcement training has long relied on classroom-based learning and live drills. However, these methods often fall short.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Jan 9, 20241 min read


Documenting Large Crash and Crime Scenes
When a crash or crime happens, it is in the best interest of everyone for the area to be cleared as soon as possible.

Dr. R. Ryan Rider
Aug 7, 20202 min read
bottom of page
