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Murder charge for burglar's captor

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http://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act ... 2af6e9baa5

Posted because some on here have speculated what they would do to petty criminals if caught in the act.


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I often cringe when people state here and elsewhere in writing what they would do in the circumstances. A court would see this as premeditated and you would be in deep poop.

Whatever actions you plan to do, DON’T tell the world in writing!
There are very clear laws as to how much action you can take. Learn them and act appropriately.
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I read today how he coppers overheard him telling the intruder how he was going to kill him. He followed him outside and continued the beating. Thats why he is being charged
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Yeah, its all about when the "threat" exists. Same as the rules of engagement with weapons. Anyway, I bet there is a lot more to come out of this story
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One thing the law doesn't take into account is the probability of the threat coming back. I am not saying this justifies the killing, but it is a problem with the law. Just because the threat has left the building doesn't mean the threat is gone.
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I heard on the radio the deceased was held and beaten by the defendant and 1 other .
The murder charge will probably water down to manslaughter .
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It will all come down to a battle of the lawyers in court. the best argument will win. If i was in his position, i would get the best i COULDNT afford.
im sure people's opinions will change in a few months when the truth comes out in court
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Matt Flynn wrote:One thing the law doesn't take into account is the probability of the threat coming back. I am not saying this justifies the killing, but it is a problem with the law. Just because the threat has left the building doesn't mean the threat is gone.
I reckon the fact that he was in old mates house and a potential threat justifies the killing, unfortunately the law doesn't see it that way. Victims certainly get a raw deal here in Australia.
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Yep, pummel a rapist who invades your house and you are the bad guy ... http://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act ... 5bed98e7cb
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