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On December 27, 2021, Former LEO Agent Ashley Ferris was involved in a critical incident. Ferris had been working required overtime after her 10hr day shift when an active shooter began a shooting spree through Denver and Lakewood. The shooter ultimately came into contact with Ferris and a gunfight ensued. Ferris was struck by gunfire in her lower abdomen, just a millimeter from her femoral artery, but the shooter was neutralized.

That night is only one part of the story. Had Ferris not been required to work overtime and faced that encounter that night, she had plans to take her own life that evening at home. 

This incident changed Ferris' life for the better. Ferris now shares this story entitled A Fighting Chance to help LEOs, other first responders, and the general community identify and combat signs of depression while developing resiliency through a focus on their greater purpose. The story additionally contains lessons learned after a critical incident most specifically in the realms of leadership, peer support, and training.

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