This dude is in big trouble.

[blasted_saber]

Not that I condone shooting the guy (I'll reserve that judgement until the facts are presented) I also know that if one doesnt one to get shot, its best to not steal trucks.

[Hunter John]

Missing the point much ???? Why would anyone need to UNSECURE a gun and then LEAVE THE SAFETY OF THE HOME to confront somebody potentially trying to steal a truck.?? I agree if someone is in your home go ahead and blast away, just make sure they are dead, they are not shot in the back and they are indeed iiside the house.
Happened to me years ago, my daughter informed me someone was taking our tractor, we kept watch as we called the cops, .. any of you so called hero coyboys on here care to share how my family would of been better off if I went outside with a loaded gun to confront the thieves? ????? Anybody.???

I didn't think so.

We will see what comes out in court but once you LEAVE the house to confront , you are likely fooked under Canadian law regarding property theft.

[jim]

I wonder, if the cops would approach this guy without a fire arm out. When you have seconds to live, help is only minutes away!

[fratri]

I don't know the facts so can't say anything about this case but reading some of the comments on here gets me a little concerned about our rights and freedom. I may not be the guy to go out with a gun to confront some thieves but Canadians should have more options then having to leave everything to the police. Granted, I may be one of those guys that calls 911 but that doesn't mean everyone should have to.

[jim]

I've got it! In an emergency, Arm yourself, then call 911!!

[Hunter John]

I don't know the facts so can't say anything about this case but reading some of the comments on here gets me a little concerned about our rights and freedom. I may not be the guy to go out with a gun to confront some thieves but Canadians should have more options then having to leave everything to the police. Granted, I may be one of those guys that calls 911 but that doesn't mean everyone should have to.

For me it would be situational, , steal my stuff and Im not in danger I would let the cops handel it, come in my home and I will handle it without predujice. . And f or the record I have no sympathy for the guy trying to steal the truck. My point was ,,,, , He will lose his guns,,, incur THOUSANDS of dollars in legal fees.. May go to jail.. AND for what???? ( At least they didn't steal my truck).

[JBen]

On the surface it doesn't look good. For all anyone knows the guy was drunk, and thought he was opening the door to his own truck and not a robber/threat at all......(no I'm not serious). However given what little is known. Not looking good.

forensics will likely help determine how much of a threat he posed. (Distance, etc etc). Seems to me a Leo was charged with murder for shooting a kid, that didn't pose much of a threat...a great many thought he was guilty............possibly people who think shooting a car theif is ok, and home owners have no rights and should be able to shoot......

can we defend ourselves? Yes we can but you had best have a lot on your side. Be it in the house, etc etc.
http://m.torontosun.com/2016/01/28/s...g-at-mcdonalds

[woody1948]

Well one thing is for sure, if he was stealing a car, he won't steal anymore. Sorry, I have no sympathy for him, rip.

[terrym]

Without all the details its hard to form an opinion. But unless the guy was being attacked by the thief then there is no justification to kill the man. If he was in the house and armed then no pity but it doesn't sound like this was the case.

[Brampton Mike]

Missing the point much ???? Why would anyone need to UNSECURE a gun and then LEAVE THE SAFETY OF THE HOME to confront somebody potentially trying to steal a truck.?? I agree if someone is in your home go ahead and blast away, just make sure they are dead, they are not shot in the back and they are indeed iiside the house.
Happened to me years ago, my daughter informed me someone was taking our tractor, we kept watch as we called the cops, .. any of you so called hero coyboys on here care to share how my family would of been better off if I went outside with a loaded gun to confront the thieves? ????? Anybody.???

I didn't think so.

We will see what comes out in court but once you LEAVE the house to confront , you are likely fooked under Canadian law regarding property theft.

Well said...........let's see what play out in court before you all start condemning anyone!