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Old Nov 1, 2016 | 06:29 PM
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Breaking news in St Louis.Two young men attempt to steal SuperDuty from 73 year old owner in his driveway at gun point. Owner didn't dial 911,coroner took away both robbers.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2016 | 07:11 PM
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That's a shame
 
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Old Nov 1, 2016 | 07:31 PM
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That is the "gun control" we need.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2016 | 07:42 PM
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Remember, when seconds count, the police are only minutes away...
 
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Old Nov 1, 2016 | 08:04 PM
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Good for him sounds like they got just what they deserved.
 
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It's a wonder that the homeowner wasn't arrested and charged with murder. Personally, I'd treat him to supper
 
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great story. something we'll never hear about on the mainstream news
 
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It's a wonder that the homeowner wasn't arrested and charged with murder. Personally, I'd treat him to supper
Here's an update. The homeowner is a retired firefighter and avid hunter always helping out his neighbors.No charges will be filed against him.
 
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At least those idiots will never do that again!
 
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I'm sure they're good boys and they only wanted to borrow the truck. They'd have brought it back with a full tank of fuel.
 
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I'd like to shake that guys hand! I don't blame him at all...if anybody touches my truck or my dog there would be great chances of 00 Buck flying around!

oh yea...and my wife too!
 
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How about a link?
 
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google 73 year old homeowner shoots and kills 2 burglars in south st louis
 
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