Safety Shot (NASDAQ: SHOT) COO resigns, moves into consultant role

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Safety Shot, Inc. reported that its Chief Operating Officer, David Sandler, resigned from his role effective August 29, 2025. The company stated that his resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company, its board, or any matter related to operations, policies, or practices.

As of September 1, 2025, Mr. Sandler began a six-month term as a consultant to the company, indicating he will continue to support the business in an advisory capacity following his departure from the executive position.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C., 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2025

SAFETY SHOT, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

Delaware		001-39569		83-2455880
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

18801 N Thompson Peak Pkwy Ste 380, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(561) 244-7100

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock		SHOT		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (The Nasdaq Capital Market)
Warrants, each exercisable for one share of Common Stock at $8.50 per share		SHOTW		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (The Nasdaq Capital Market)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☒

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mart if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Resignation of Chief Operating Officer

On August 29th, 2025, David Sandler resigned as the Chief Operating Officer of Safety Shot, Inc. (the “Company”) effective as of such date. Mr. Sander’s resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Company or its Board of Directors or any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. As of September 1, 2025, Mr. Sandler began a six month term as a consultant for the Company.

Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit		Description
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL Document)

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: September 4, 2025

SAFETY SHOT, INC.
By:	/s/ Jarrett Boon
	Jarrett Boon
	Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What executive change did Safety Shot (SHOTW) disclose in this 8-K?

Safety Shot disclosed that Chief Operating Officer David Sandler resigned from his position effective August 29, 2025. He will no longer serve as COO from that date.

Did David Sandler resign from Safety Shot due to a disagreement?

The company stated that Mr. Sandler’s resignation was not due to any disagreement with Safety Shot, its Board of Directors, or any matter relating to its operations, policies, or practices.

Is David Sandler continuing to work with Safety Shot after resigning as COO?

Yes. As of September 1, 2025, David Sandler began a six-month term as a consultant to Safety Shot, providing services in a non-executive capacity.

What is the main topic of Safety Shot’s current report on Form 8-K?

The report focuses on an executive change under the item covering departures and appointments of directors and certain officers, specifically the resignation of the Chief Operating Officer and his transition to a consulting role.

Who signed the Safety Shot 8-K related to the COO resignation?

The report was signed on behalf of Safety Shot, Inc. by Jarrett Boon, who is identified as the company’s Chief Executive Officer.