OK, so obviously that wasn't the smartest move...but I'm pretty sure that every parent—especially dads—can relate to his actions. My father would've probably done the same thing if he owned a gun (which thankfully, he doesn't and never did).
As the teenage boy ran outside and over a fence, the dad then fired another round of shots into the air to really scare him off. No one was hit but unfortunately, his angry reaction cost him. He was arrested and is now under three years probation for reckless gun use.
I can't say I disagree with him being punished. Instead of reacting like an actual adult, he clearly just lost his temper and someone could've actually gotten seriously hurt. The more appropriate thing to do would've been to give both of them a firm lecture. Heck, even straight screaming at them for a few minutes would've been infinitely better (and safer) than brandishing a weapon.
That being said, I can certainly understand why he reacted the way he did. What dad wouldn't lose his cool after catching his daughter and her boyfriend fooling around?
Besides, I would definitely say his goal of scaring the bejeezus out of that kid was accomplished. I think it's safe to seay he won't be going back to that house anytime soon.
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