Home invader suspects chose the "wrong home" after encountering armed veteran homeowner

In Clayton County, a veteran says he wanted to make sure his wife was protected after video surveillance caught suspects attempting to break into his vehicle in the driveway. The surveillance video captured the homeowner run out of his home with flip flops, pajama pants, no shirt, and a rifle to get the armed suspects away.
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[@crazylicious85]

“I don’t want to die at home, I survived Afghanistan…” I felt that.

[@davidhott6395]

God Bless Him. Yes , his remark was deep. I'm daughter of a world war 2 vet.

[@mikenorton632]

The Pogue killed the crap out of his own car! And put another gun in the hands of a criminal! Only an idiot would leave their firearm unsecured in their car!

[@JeriDro]

help protect those poppy plants, yea he's a real hero...

[@kaecake9575]

Cold ❄️

[@BlackJacketJones]

So is he gonna go back to Afghanistan to die when he gets older? Most people would rather die at home.

[@duck7163]

Criminals hate when the playing field is equalized. Glad to hear this man protect his family, himself, and his property.

[@arizjones]

I don't want it equalized, I want superior firepower, capacity, and faster and more accurate target acquisition than the violent criminals. That is why I should be allowed to own an AR-15 with a high capacity magazine and a good Aimpoint PRO red dot.

[@duck7163]

@@arizjones agreed

[@jingles2726]

@@arizjones No way. Guns are for criminals. I call the police if I need protection.

[@Bitchslapper316]

@@arizjones Yeah but there is nothing stopping the criminals from getting the exact same thing.

[@icantbelieveitsnotbutter8851]

@@Bitchslapper316 Beat me to it lmao

[@CaptainSyfix]

after being shot at and robbed by the perps... he still calls them "gentlemen" This man has more respect and forgiveness than I ever could.

[@ES11777]

The perps don’t deserve any respect or forgiveness.

[@gitrickt8105]

ya if it were me, i would call them the scums of the earth or anything like that. this guy has more mental power than i do

[@patwagner9308]

They AREN'T gentlemen. They are men. They are thieves. They are NOT gentlemen. Gentle men ? Do these men fit that description ?! A true gentleman does not sneak about w/a gun planning to rob people or break into houses ! Bless this man's heart but no, the men he's referring to do not deserve to be called gentlemen.

[@wrennspencer6070]

well, it's a Southern Thang...if you ain't Southern, you won't understand.

[@MrMJmusicLover]

@@ES11777 I forgive them. Hopefully they learned something and changed their behavior.

[@williambarnhill1899]

Can’t believe they called him stupid, stupid is tryin to steal from people… god bless and thank you for service

[@cdr861532]

Well i see what they were saying.....they weren't trying to get into his home......He still has the right to defend his property, but i could see calling him stupid to run out, risk his life, for someone taking something from his car. Don't get me wrong, I would have been right there with him, but that still doesn't mean its the smart thing to do. He could have taken a stray round to the dome and his wife and kids would be without.........Was he brave? Yes. Was it stupid? Yes.......but that's pretty much what every Medal of Honor recipients citation says as well.

[@RacoonT.V]

@@cdr861532I seen these people go into the home for the keys.. if they can’t find em from the car

[@mm.f262]

Call the cops stay inside protect the home. A car is not worth your life

[@fladave99]

I would bet the media added that to discourage others from protecting themselves Just leave your keys by the front door. Just to be safe

[@YourLocalGunEnthusiast.44]

​@mm.f262 said like someone who never had to protect themself. The police may not be always "on time" if you catch my meaning.

[@ddemonjjv]

I'm glad the military veteran survived, God Bless him.

[@sanchezs7614]

Bless Him

[@GunsDontKillSSRIDoes]

@IG Westcoast m1a just point and shoot. Does the job and then some.

[@jayg1989]

A 10 gauge will do the work fasho

[@romeolima5339]

@@sanchezs7614 Make America the wrong house to criminalize. Law-abiding citizens with legal arms are awsome.

[@rajaydon1893]

@@GunsDontKillSSRIDoes thats a bit oversimplified

[@neckmangler]

Protecting ones wife is his duty. Not crazy or stupid...we are the police now.

[@toorealworld]

Totally agree. Defend our loved ones at all cost! Also make sure to vote so we can keep our rights!

[@loduke3905]

@@toorealworld he shot his own car.. Actually he shot both of his vehicles.. pretty FKNG stupid 🙄🤡🏆

[@edc2730]

Amen brother! We definitely are

[@Joeh1154]

The people have to defend themselves. The only thing the Police can do for you is draw the chalk outline around your dead body. Even SCOTUS has said the Police aren't there to protect you. It falls on to the shoulders of the people and we have to rise to the challenge.

[@imzion965]

💯

[@TheCossack]

This dude is a boss. Every home should be the"wrong home", screw these criminals.

[@juanjustice2]

Agreed

[@kooldisciple2498]

if they ban guns the only people screwed are civilians

[@SaroDracon]

Upvote this one people.

[@joshku7488]

"don't value possessions over people's lives" people can stick it....

[@roflryan1]

That's why these Marxist thugs are so hell bent on taking the 2A.

[@dannyscott5821]

This guy still has the decency to protect his wife and property.i wish he would have capped them all Good work bro and thanks for serving our country 👍💯

[@Krackonis]

In america aren't wives just property now?

[@Alex-sr3ez]

@@Krackonisno, wives aren’t property here. What makes you think that? Because we don’t want them murdering their babies? Go away troll.

[@DepressedCommandersFan]

@@Krackonis no?

[@TexasVideoDan]

​@@Krackonisthat's the right wing agenda, not everyone

[@Krackonis]

@@TexasVideoDan Well they have less rights than males. Second class citizens then.

[@COCO-oc1in]

Protecting yourself, your home, and your family is far from stupid. This man is savage. Thank you for your service, sir. God bless.

[@PhantomWoIf]

why thanking him for proxy🔯 wars ?

[@diya5282]

Fr fr

[@iloveallthepeople]

What is really the point here is that he put his life on the line to try to prevent his car from getting a broken window, blew out all the windows, didn't get a single shot on target, ran out of rounds and went back inside where he could have stayed from the beginning, swapped for a different gun, lost his target, then wandered into the yard blind when they could have easily picked him off. So savage, like a Volkswagen beetle or a Starbucks iced coffee. I'm shaking

[@xray5043]

You open the door, leave a safe environment behind a locked door and go outside with a GROUP of people one with whom has a gun you saw on cam to protect vehicles that got shot up... He's stupid AF!

[@iloveallthepeople]

@@xray5043 thank you. Few people get this

[@shawnnorton2674]

This dude is beyond polite, referring to home invaders as gentlemen is hilarious, the appropriate word is thugs. Thankfully he survived and sadly no “gentlemen” died.

[@rasshang]

Combat mode...nothing personal ...

[@kezkn]

Thats not being polite, thats being idiotic. We got to call as it is,whi h is a major social problem in USA

[@dinahtherst8633]

@@kezkn I'm with you. I grew up in Flint. We have this going on all the time; my husband and I saw it close up in August last year. They killed a man in the car next to us. This was right in front of the Community college. Cops said they found 120 shells on the ground. That was for two men.

[@dummyaccount939]

Well atleast thoss gentlemen suspects were brave

[@VenomPit420]

@@kezkn bro, hes a veteran. He has had mortal combat. He is using his skills to defend his wife and house. It's not stupid. It's what you do for your loved ones...

[@edwardmcmanus7496]

God bless this man for protecting his wife, his property, and for serving our country. We need more citizens like him!

[@waynej9238]

Id probably get rid of second to last part.

[@2511jeremy]

Liberals want to charge this man with murder

[@americanmade-1]

Protecting? He created a much more dangeorus situation.

[@VOTEBLUENOMATTERWHO_2024]

Unfortunately we only have domestic terrorist republicans shooting kids in schools

[@dontbeakaren6145]

@@americanmade-1 the criminals actions caused the dangerous situation in the first place.

[@Unclenedi]

Thankfully no one was hurt? Thankfully no innocents were hurt, but it’s incredibly unfortunate that none of these “gentleman” were gunned down. Only wish he coulda got one. Kudos to you sir, you’re a bigger man than me for the way you handled it and the way you talk about it after the fact.

[@dphillips8199]

Bless you for protecting your family. They are not “gentlemen”, they are criminals.

[@jrsx5826]

Exactly. Gentleman….they not even men just cowards.

[@janethefriend-awakened33]

i hate thieves. one day they will get what they should. maybe this incident will have them thinking twice.

[@WakandaleezaRazz]

They is collecting reparations

[@tonioo1852]

I say mama I’m a criminalllll

[@madscientist6869]

It wasn't protecting his family he was protecting his BMW they were not in the house at all

[@patdough7515]

The saddest thing about this story is the 3 criminals lived to tell their story, and probably continue their criminal activities!!! To the veteran ... THANK YOU for your service to the USA!!! 🙏🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🙏

[@terrencealston370]

Oh their attempting to break in will catch up with them!!! Standby!!!! A cemetery is in their near future.

[@BrandonHeat243]

Yup. It's a real shame he didn't gun them all down. They'll certainly go on to rob, perhaps even kill, other innocent people. He did the best he could though. Nothing but respect.

[@roaring_angels]

They’re gonna think twice after being shot at!

[@yourdadsotherfamily3530]

“Don’t worry WE ARE OUTSIDE THE HOME TO DOX THE VETERAN for more violent reprisals!” Ahhhhh the news doing its job to Dox the home of the homeowner to make his and HIS wifes lives more dangerous. Where would we be without CNN or FOX news to Dox all the law abiding homeowners?! 🤦🏿

[@Raptorade]

And got an additional gun from the car

[@richardkautz2947]

He was not stupid. He's an American military trained war veteran. He did what his training taught him to do. Congratulations sir and thank you for your Service ! 🇺🇸

[@codylevesque5200]

putting "american" behind anything holds absolutely 0 value anymorre. america is garbage now lmfaooo

[@bad74maverick1]

He was STUPID! Who leaves a firearm in their fucking vehicle?

[@nickspeakstruth133]

I salute him! 🫡

[@gyumolcsleves]

Richard you act like you know anything about military training or being in war :))

[@yurdo]

@@gyumolcsleves Depends on the MOS, 11B training is by far the worst and stupidest at the same time.

[@angusblack9900]

Thank you sir for your service. We need more people like you in our neighborhood

[@user-rl1dp1hz8z]

Except he failed.

[@gerardwayseyelash]

​@@user-rl1dp1hz8zHe was trying to scare the guy he didn't fail

[@jessw4195]

I applaud this man. He is a real man protecting his wife, family, home, belongings…

[@joshmilligan7682]

he went outside, putting himself in danger.. therefore not protecting his wife...dumb..

[@jonnyshanon2103]

@@joshmilligan7682 He went outside,shot at suspect,suspect flees from home. He's alive along with his wife and their home protected. Your commented suggestion = Dumb His version = WIN!

[@user-px1wj2uv3r]

@@joshmilligan7682 Yes. The only way to protect people is from within a house. Solid logic 😏 Should let police and military know this immediately so they can build houses to fight in.

[@joshmilligan7682]

@@user-px1wj2uv3r If you want to win, safely.... yes. This is home defense, not a raid on a village. Against unknown variables, and with soft targets that need protecting, the best option is to hole up, in an environment you know and that has a secured entrance... If you get taken out, your precious protectees are left vulnerable. does that make any sense?

[@Roshea]

@@joshmilligan7682 cringe blue take. 🤡

[@flyaprilfly]

People don’t give stories like this enough attention. I’m glad he was able to protect his home and his wife and property.

[@JohnSmith-pg9ns]

he's an idiot. He could have gotten himself killed over a car. If they would try to get inside the house then of course shoot. Would you really want to give your life over a car that can be replaced by your insurance company? I'm a proud gun owner but this was just plain ignorance and stupidity

[@rudycarreon3199]

with a gun, positive outcome

[@flameshoter6]

Should put out more stories where the robbers don't get out alive. Could help prevent people thinking about doing it.

[@randoir1863]

these stories don't get enough attention by design!!! They don't help the lefts agenda that guns are bad . Guns aren't good or bad or evil . It's the people that use them that determines how they are viewed.

[@vardkesarutyunov5440]

Don’t forget he did also contribute to illegal guns out on a street don’t keep your guns if your cars that’s how we can illegal guns

[@1weck1]

A shame the car was damaged and a shame those criminals don’t have lead in their heads

[@nobleallen8217]

Insurance will cover

[@aionguardian9062]

Armed citizens should now ban together in small militias to patrol neighborhoods and communities and leave their bodies in the streets

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

@@nobleallen8217 Nope, he did it himself.

[@SuperBlakkman]

Agreeed

[@morath2542]

could not have said it better

[@brandonbrinegar5316]

It is never stupid to protect your family or your home. Great job sir.

[@MkOnthaGame]

The way he fired that gun looked stupid though lol dude was spraying and praying stumbling backwards

[@brandonbrinegar5316]

@@MkOnthaGame you never know how you'll react under a high stress situation like that until you find yourself there, though...at least he had the balls to do something

[@MkOnthaGame]

@@brandonbrinegar5316 yea but you’d think him being a veteran and “surviving Afghanistan “ he’d have some experience with those situations . If he sprayed like that in the battlefield he’d definitely kill one of his own comrades

[@brandonbrinegar5316]

He had flip flops on, man. Did you expect him to look like Rambo? He wasn't firing willy nilly either.,,his fire looked pretty directed to me. It's easy to be a backseat driver if it's not you. Do you have combat experience where you've had bullets going by you? Obviously not because if you did you wouldn't be so critical of the man.

[@jmurry6695]

This man is a real man and a hero. God bless him for protecting his wife. He is every woman's dream come true

[@MarioMartinez-tt9ly]

Everything aside , i would like to see the face of the insurance representative when he told them he got into a shoot out

[@josephercastor8026]

I'm a hero for some lucky woman. I met her the other day and I could tell she needs a hero it's dangerous living on the streets

[@lucid523]

@@josephercastor8026 thats what im doing protecting my woman at all costs even if it costs me my life

[@davidhott6395]

@@josephercastor8026 why was she living on the streets *

[@titusrichardson539]

He was protecting his area and his family 👪

[@lisabafundo4355]

He isn't crazy, he's a trained soldier..God blessed and protected his family through him. 🙌

[@ParadigmUnkn0wn]

Judging from the video I'm not sure I agree with the "trained" part, but he's got the right idea.

[@asant90]

Ya gotta be a little crazy

[@CRooKeDCoP]

@@ParadigmUnkn0wn That's what I was gonna say , what kinda form and tactic was that ? If he was a "trained" soldier he probably woulda came out to cover and double tapped the guy.

[@lisabafundo4355]

@@asant90 😆

[@eathealthykalefood2388]

@@asant90 maybe bc of the stuff they had to deal with and see while in the Army.

[@JusttZ]

I absolutely LOVE how he always refers to them as "gentlemen", kept his cool in all stages.

[@tenno1981]

That's the way it should be. Kill'em, but respectfully. Without hatred. It is after all nothing personal. They try to provide for their group. They put themselves at risk. And The Defender has his own rights. Eliminate it like vermin. But no need to use vulgar language and loose your cool. I admire this gentleman.

[@barbaramayer5182]

Liked the homeowner’s firearm retaliation, but these perps are not gentlemen. That is misplaced and incorrect terminology. Like a lot of terms lately. Means just the opposite of the correct meaning. Call them what they are.

[@Jason-fg9wn]

Lying to save face of a criminal is more accurate. Which action did the perp make to come across as chivalrous, courteous, or honorable? Didn't see one. But, lets call them a gentlemen. It is warped thinking, period.

[@wildestcowboy2668]

​@@barbaramayer5182is u be sayin they wuz some punk AZZ MF

[@ThouSwell-zx3fd]

I hate that he referred to them as gentleman 😄

[@TisEyerish1]

Thank you for your service, sir. As a Veteran, I'm sure this is not the first time you've performed a courageous act. God Bless You...our country needs at least a million more people like you!

[@user-rl1dp1hz8z]

A lot of assumption and projection in that statement.

[@TheColosiss]

This man deserves all the respect in the world. I thank this man for his service. May he live out his days in peace.

[@pajiitslayer6042]

what service? lmfaoo israel should thank him for his service ig.. he sure kept those taliban at bay right

[@FloofersFloofball]

@@pajiitslayer6042 troll

[@martalevin4829]

@@pajiitslayer6042 what taliban has to do with Israel? Maybe you mean hamas ?but your current administration helping them financially.

[@justsaying3729]

No the Thugs will probably come back for Revenge. That's how Ignorant they are. Stay safe Mr. Smith & family. You work, you serviced & you have to come home to this. SAD!

[@kocholawis1851]

@@martalevin4829 Israel is an apartheid State

[@checkitout4740]

An American Patriot Defending his Country and his Family. God Bless that Man. The World Needs more Men like him.

[@independentA]

💯

[@checkitout4740]

@@rubytuesday4379 Hey, Ruby ... the Best Service That you can do for your Family, your Country and the World is to give yourself a Very Strong Shot of Heroin and then drink as much Jack Daniels as you can Before you pass out.

[@dakrawnik4208]

I'd be fine with competent voters. I couldn't care less about one man with a gun.

[@sheridandoor1378]

Too bad he didn't at least wound them.

[@duncanvincent6078]

Pointing and laughing

[@br-yr9zf]

This man put his life on the line for this country, and these scumbags try taking his life at his home. So disgusting. Thank you Mr. Smith for your service. We're all better off thanks to people like you.

[@dntcrwtuthnk]

He doesn’t have the right to open fire on civilians and even more so due to his experience those teenagers he was shooting at who have probably been starving and then using drugs so not to feel the starvation then seeking out a way to their addiction regardless what the nature of the crime a soldier shouldn’t be the first to open fire at any civilians ever!

[@12Rosen]

@@dntcrwtuthnk he shot a dude who entered his home, yes he can

[@br-yr9zf]

@@dntcrwtuthnk Being this out of touch with reality is why the world is in the mess its in now. Apparently the saying " You can't fix stupid." is spot on.

[@theshield2207]

2nd amendment 🤌🏽

[@zerobyte536]

@@dntcrwtuthnk He had every right to shoot on the criminals... People that think like you are why every day good people are loosing their right when criminals attack them.

[@juliecavanagh7399]

I love men like this. We need more of them!!

[@Bxgent1988]

Salute to this Man for protecting his home and his family. Now thats what you supposed to use your firearms for. God bless this man and thank you for your military service.

[@nancywilliams7997]

AMEN!

[@kccain4011]

I agree!

[@bhair50]

Totally agree, Jose.

[@BayouGrove]

He left the safety of his house, and his wife alone unnecessarily. He's damn lucky his wasn't killed, or maimed. The only thing he accomplished was walking outside and shooting up his own car. He still had his property stolen. He should invest in some kevlar, the gangsters know who and where he is now that he wanted to be on TV.

[@vmac8972]

Unfortunately the firearm in the vehicle wasn’t concealed enough and was stolen and now there is an illegal gun on the street. Kudos to him for protecting what’s his but I wouldn’t leave a firearm in your vehicle. Better to take it in everyday you carry it.

[@treasuresnpain3567]

Calling a man stupid for successfully defending his life, home, and loved ones from these cowardly criminals or standing up for himself only shows the cowardice and stupidity of whoever would make such an accusation.🤬

[@who346]

Not stupid doing that, but half naked, flip flops, not using cover, basic stuff he learned in military.... he was lucky. I appauld him defending his castle.....

[@treasuresnpain3567]

@@who346 You're so right! He should have sat down and put on his shoes first while they probably murdered his wife and robbed him blind. Now stay under your bridge little troll as you are muted to this account

[@loduke3905]

I mean… he shot up his own car so… actually HE SHOT UP BOTH OF HIS OWN VEHICLES. AND HE CAME OUTSIDE AND LEFT HIS WIFE IN THE HOUSE SO… AGAIN, PRETTY FKNG STUPID… OH AND HE COULD’VE JUST HIT THE ALARM ON HIS CAR AND THE PUNKS WOULD’VE PISSED OFF AND THEN CALL THE FKNG COPS BUT YA KNOW, THANK GOD HE SHOT UP HIS OWN VEHICLES PROTECTING…. 🤔🤔🤔😏 yah no one.

[@stefanossmitty3318]

Actually, he did.

[@FaithandNova]

Reason why it's stupid the way he did it is because if he actually shot the suspect he would have actually gotten in trouble. According to the law he wasn't physically being harmed and his life wasn't in danger. I know someone in prison now for something similar to this. Amazing how they can touch our property but we have to be cautious how we handle the suspect smdh

[@jayell8253]

This poor guy survived Afghanistan just to come back home to these worthless waste of life ninjas. Bless you, man.

[@ponderosafuture]

Smfh. No lies told

[@jamellee8890]

truth be told. these type of worthless ninjas need to be gone

[@rkooscar6866]

Damn ninjas

[@laryanryan9170]

He should have come around from the back of the house by the garage. He would have killed them all..

[@ThatToast]

@@rkooscar6866 Is ninja a replacement for the n word?

[@corpnupe85]

Good for the homeowner! I am glad that he was able to protect his wife! I bet those thugs will think twice about trying to break into homes. I also thank him and all of the Veterans for their service!

[@rafaelamora3703]

This man is a great father, husband and protector. This is what everyone should be like.

[@Sjrick]

What did he protect ? Those cockroaches got away.

[@Yahooligan72]

He just shot at random and put everyone around him in danger plus they took his unsecured gun from his truck. If anything he gave those clowns more to kill with! This guy is a joke.

[@thatoneguy5244]

@@Sjrick So what if they got away? Protecting doesn't always mean killing.

[@thatoneguy5244]

@@Yahooligan72 Ah yes, I'm sure he was more than obliged to 'give' them another firearm of his. The only people around him at that time were the people who were willing to cause harm.

[@groundworkcivils7506]

I'm from Manchester, England... This is just unbelievable madness - if there were proper gun laws like in Europe or Russia... These burgulars would be armed with a crowbar, screwdriver, and possibly a machete.... Thank the lord I was born in a civilised country 🙏

[@damianciceri2687]

When's seconds count, cops are minutes away....he defended his wife and home like a real American hero. Glad that man and his wife are safe. 🙏

[@timhvo9428]

Troy Die beening hero and remember or live beening cowardly

[@shinji1264]

They wasn't after his wife they was after his BMW lmao how cliché to think ppl want these guys overweight women

[@Liberalcali]

More like hours away

[@jorgefierro3096]

I don't think he knows the definition of the word "gentle man " 😆😅🤣😂😂🤣😅😆😅🤣😂😎

[@hewhoeatscheese]

💯

[@charlesgentry9474]

It's just a shame he didn't get one or all of them. Sorry you had to come home to this sort of behavior after serving in the military. Thank you for your service good sir.🇺🇲

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

SADLY, THE CROOKS WIN HERE= THEY WEREN'T SHOT! AND THEY STOLE HIS GUN! HE LEFT IN A TRUCK!

[@Hugh-Glass]

Now he's got two shot up vehicles. Pity he didn't expect a fight. He should have been high ready finger on trigger and have it pinned to the first target. I'm guessing this was a POG.. but I'm glad he was not hit either.

[@lil.hell1]

bro was in the military and couldnt even get 1 of them

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

@@lil.hell1 U.S.A, military is a joke. The U.S, mercenaries were captured by Russia😂😂the Other U.S. soldiers in Russia got SCARED AND WENT BACK HOME

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

@@Hugh-Glass Him fighting in flip flops is a clue he's a U.S, SOLDIER! 😂😂😂

[@kapena877]

Hats off to you for protecting your family! Awesome brother!

[@LuvLight44]

I don’t know why they call him stupid for protecting his property and his beautiful family kudos to the soldier thank you for your service

[@missnia1001]

Thank God he is okay!! you have to listen to the order of what happened

[@who346]

You come out half naked, in flip flops, and dont use the tree as cover to peak around that corner....He had no light, probably saved his life by not having one....*unless trained how to use it in that situation. He was very lucky,

[@GunsDontKillSSRIDoes]

@@who346 Luck is a tool. only works for the lucky.

[@legendarygigolo823]

He put his own life in danger by going outside. He also could have chosen a better position to begin his defense, instead of right out in the open under a spotlight.

[@OregonSilverStacker]

Meanwhile he put 13 rounds through his own BMW L o l

[@MixTrixx_]

Nothing stupid about you sir. You were protecting your home and your family. I applaud you and hope you never have to experience anything like this again.

[@jimdino77]

Nah, this was pretty stupid…..he was more secure in the home if it was about protecting his family.. He had the option to call the police. Flanking the criminal outside in flip flops was a messy way of protecting property, and he was unsuccessful. The thief got away with his weapon and his life, the homeowner risked his life for nothing.

[@TechToysAndTools]

except maybe having a self defense rifle without any sights or light on it... if he had sights and a light he would have maybe even hit something other than his car and truck...

[@alexlikerikkegodteri]

the police for gotten there 15 minutes later bffr @@jimdino77

[@jessy407]

Huh ? They got a gun out of his truck..what wasnt locked ? Or even if it was still pretty stupid lol

[@jayeaton2149]

There is one thing he did that was stupid... he left a gun in one of his vehicles. Not a responsible gun owner.

[@bethshadid2087]

Glad he was armed protecting his family but beware of drive by retaliations.

[@sin7wu]

Never ever, let anyone that does a home invasion live. Retaliation is for sure will happen.

[@Coreof143]

I doubt they ll be crazy enough to go back in that neighborhood. I hope the whole hood be on guard from here on out !

[@shirleypersinger3614]

Moving targets are more fun to shoot at And he's trained for that I'm sure 😎👍 They need to die by the car load anyway

[@stuart6186]

he was protecting his BMW! who are you kidding

[@moreofawave]

Exactly. What does defending you get you? A shot up car, future retaliation by thugs...or if that guy had been hit he probably would have sued the home owner. Look to the Bodega owner in New York who stabbed the customer who was intimidating him behind the counter-now he's afraid of gang retaliation (the guy he killed was in a gang) and he's afraid for his life now. It doesn't pay to defend yourself with lethal force because if you are dealing with criminals, they don't give a rats about your life or anyone else's.

[@cccalifornia7206]

God Bless you for protecting your family and your Home!! ❤ Thank you for serving in our Military!! SALUTE TO YOU, SIR!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍😃

[@rainnmoon114]

I'm Lowkey sad that he didn't get a kill, but good on him for defending his home.

[@Country_boy-sz3bn]

Same here.

[@shayk4791]

I was sorta expecting a kill based on the headline...

[@Native722]

Criminals are ruthless, this is why you should not feel bad when you kill a criminal

[@ryanhimenes6709]

Yep. Too bad there's not a pile of bodies , maybe then more people would have a little fear inside them.

[@NRFNRR]

I dont know why you would wish death upon anybody considering nothing was done to you so there is really no reason to be ao emotionally involved that you would want someone life taken away. I think its a miracle no ome was shot and injured. I agree, play stupid games, win stupid prizes, however, I do not wish death upon people I do not know. I would rather them survive, face the consequences so they can leanr and grow. Not much gets better with death.

[@BigBoyz33]

unfortunate that a veteran left a war overseas just to have another one on his front lawn smh... I'm glad that he's okay

[@lindabergman3127]

Yep because of traitors in positions of power taking our country down the drain in every way possible 😝God bless our veterans and military 🥰

[@kaecake9575]

Nice lawn by the way

[@fretsward2225]

It's a war that affects all of us in this country...

[@dianeschackow2385]

Bless this veteran. He did the right thing. Thank you for your service sir.

[@joevarga5982]

He was blessed with an attack on his car and his property. His gun was stolen. How much more blessing can he tolerate?

[@GunsDontKillSSRIDoes]

@@joevarga5982 why did he shoot the car?

[@Sunflower00001]

Thank God him and his wife were safe

[@1001Hobbies]

NEVER LEAVE A FIREARM IN YOUR VEHICLE. I am glad he and his wife are ok.

[@spyderlyf3]

@@thatoneguybones8036 should be obvious...because thats how criminals get guns..now these fools have 1 more weapon..

[@1001Hobbies]

@@thatoneguybones8036 - The story mentions that they stole a gun out of his truck. There is no reason to leave your firearms in your vehicle when you get home.

[@JHV166]

@UCofPlCjOIIqCflYK1oxvyUg Take a Word Comprehension Course... God, you make us all dumber when you post.

[@InfamousOne158]

@Trippyeuc I don't think making one mistake automatically means he isn't a responsible gun owner, he could have just forgot about it. The man clearly has several guns and he actually protected his family with his training, so not sure how that leads you to believe he's irresponsible. Pretty big reach imo.

[@Malachi4-5]

Dredge Deplorable 10 minutes ago (edited) Really? Look at the shirt he is wearing for the staged photo op in the daylight, it's gray. in the video he has no shirt then puts on a red shirt. Who staged the picture with the gray shirt on and why? Wasn't the video footage enough? They had to stage a click bate photo? Where is the muzzle flash? That's a 300 blackout the flash would show up! More paid opposition. Looks totally staged! WAKE UP!!! REPLY Read more

[@benvasilinda9729]

As a combat veteran, I completely support his actions. These are wannabes who don’t know anything about engaging in a fire fight. Good for him.

[@RPG-oh1yf]

I just hope Mr. Smith added a 1,500 Lumen + tactical light and red dot type optic to his home defense carbine after this incident. It's always best to not leave your home to engage threats, glad he was not injured!

[@damage6836]

Soldier boy

[@Elpolloloco47]

@@RPG-oh1yf too true.

[@SkullCandy5671]

Do all combat veterans leave rifles in their unlocked trucks or just stupid ones? 73% of all reported stolen guns come from vehicle break ins, 63% of them not even locked. That means the majority of people that have guns stolen out of their cars didn't even bother to lock them. People, please STOP leaving guns unattended in your vehicles unless they are secured in a garage or you have a lock box bolted down. We don't need "common sense gun laws" we just need some common sense out here.

[@blackticalmayhem8461]

@@RPG-oh1yf thank you, he DID NOT have to leave his home . that was an unnecessary risk for a damn car a machine LOL

[@frazzle657]

Worse than death is living knowing you sat back at let your family get murdered. Men have to be brave and this man took it to a new level

[@geraldfrost4710]

"Into the breach we run!" If women wonder why we men get an extra ten percent bonus on our pay, that's because we will fight a bear to save our women. If this MAN had pushed his wife forward and said, "Protect me!" He would not long be married.

[@DemsRNutless]

Well said.

[@ReeseDavalos]

@@geraldfrost4710Men don’t get an extra 10 percent bonus to their pay though. Men generally work better jobs at a higher rate of efficiency while working more hours.

[@geraldfrost4710]

@ReeseDavalos Understood, agreed, and more. Women graduate from college two to one over men; that should advantage the ladies. Men work tougher and more dangerous jobs, because they have a higher risk to reward tolerance. And ladies stay home with their babies for a decade, which limits their seniority. Imagine a man going for an upper management job, and he demands the same wage as another man who has a decade more experience. You demand? You, sir, are delusional! (And yet ladies whine about the differential pay all the time.)

[@lemonstrangler]

i feel like women are more mature . its just our patriarchal society@@ReeseDavalos

[@terrencerobinson7553]

Thank you for your service. You did the right for your family to protect what's your.

[@USCxGAMECOCKS1801]

No, not "thankfully no one was injured." A group of criminals with no regard for the life of others deserve to be hurt. God bless you and your family Mr. Smith! You're the protector you were meant to be.

[@Godakuri]

I disagree. They don't deserve to be hurt. They deserve to be killed

[@Junior-kc7mp]

Agreed anything that happens they deserve 100 % of it

[@Dragonlover553]

IDK, this makes the homeowner's life easier, without the legal troubles and potentially being demonized by the left.

[@etiennedevignolles7538]

Thankfully? It would have been better if he'd taken out all of those scumbags.

[@Junior-kc7mp]

@@etiennedevignolles7538 right less people to worry about getting either robbed kidnapped or even possibly killed

[@CC-yq3jh]

Bottom line: People are fed up with being victimized. It’s time to take a stand, stand your ground & fight back.

[@ElGoogKO]

America is a 3rd world country if a person needs to take up arms to defend itself and their family. Only in places without civilization can you hear something like that. In a civilized country you have the police force that is working against criminals and not against the free law abiding citizens.

[@josephercastor8026]

Yep and can see the manipulation in every word and step they take. Every glance I feel what they're thinking. It's easy fore to feel someone's thoughts. I can tell if they're coming after me I don't finch when they come near and engage. Perfect faith is not something to joke about

[@agentbertmacklin9880]

FBI open up!

[@yodude9624]

Good luck. The law is not on your side.

[@josephercastor8026]

@@yodude9624 the Law is on our side. Legal policy is NOT on our side. It is an offer of prima facie. Contracts. Which create obligation

[@AKULA689]

The police calling this man stupid, I don't think so! He is a tested combat soldier, HE DID WHAT HE WAS TRAINED FOR! which is more than most police are actually trained to do!

[@christophdollis1955]

What do you mean "tested combat soldier"? He made no claim to have ever been in combat nor to have been in the combat arms. Most troops in Afghanistan were support troops. And apparently he is not a good shot. I respect his service, but I see little evidence for the claim you made about it.

[@geneawisea2708]

HE USED AND ASSAULT RIFLE!!! PRESIDENT BIDEN AND VP HARRIS SAID NO ONE SHOULD HAVE ONE, NO ONE!!!

[@PSINXS]

@@christophdollis1955 he said he survived afghanistan. Go away chris

[@somebb]

Tested? Lol. Not all soldiers get tested. He got scared and couldn't put rounds on target because of how he was holding his weapon under pressure.

[@somebb]

@@christophdollis1955 Totally agree. They even stole his gun after he shot at them.

[@MileyonDisney]

It should be a SERIOUS crime to leave a gun in an unlocked vehicle overnight!

[@DAMfoxygrampa]

It's the US, what're you gonna do, there are guns everywhere

[@incognito5986]

Wrong, it should be a serious crime to steal one from an unlocked vehicle. Ten years for starters .

[@pamelacolvin1417]

This is how criminals need to be dealt with. You can't sit around and wait for someone to come and protect you. Protect your own!

[@MsDesiree39]

most pple dont have his training, he was lucky

[@Frenchy78ify]

especially if you have an AR-15 🤣 you can defend against anything except a police raid

[@Frenchy78ify]

@@MsDesiree39 without his weapon he wouldn't have done sht, going 1V1 in gun combat is pretty chilling lmao especially in flip flops

[@MsDesiree39]

@@Frenchy78ify first of all u dotnt know the extent of his military training and these fools attacked him at home so yeah he was in flip flops and i hope someday this happendsto you, see if you still find it funny cause u wont survive, you or your loved ones

[@BoskiM]

@@Frenchy78ify and the crazy dems want to ban it

[@itsnotthesamething]

I'm so glad he is safe. He is a great man, protecting his wife. We need more like him.

[@snarkymcsnarkles3493]

Im so glad the homeowner didnt shoot an innocent neighbor with that wild firing. And he was protecting his property not his wife. And you never leave your gun in your car, people leave guns in unsafe locations and then they get stolen and used to commit crimes and kill people. As an Army veteran he should know better. Its people like him that give gun owners and Veterans a bad name.

[@mctrilliams5779]

@@snarkymcsnarkles3493 damn, your name checks out

[@pokerman9108]

@@snarkymcsnarkles3493 finally someone who gets it, all these idiots think he was great.

[@butter7734]

He wasn't stupid. That's what real men are suppose to do. You protect your family with your life if it comes to that.

[@squirrelcovers6340]

Real men?😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@FaithandNova]

Legally how he handle it could have cost him his life or him shooting the suspect and getting in trouble with the law. Learn the laws before you shoot, we are not as protected as we think trying to defend ourselves

[@jayell8253]

@@squirrelcovers6340 yes, liberal. Real men. The ones who don't have periods and can't give birth.🤡

[@micl6562]

Yall are just as manipulated by the media as liberals for real. Watch the video. So he shouldnt wait til theyre at the door where they might not even go at all, where theyll have a disadvantage on the steps and doorway area, and where he can watch every move on the camera.. but he should run out to them in the yard and be surrounded by them in flip flops with no ability to hide, get additional ammo, fix the gun if it jams behind cover, or be there to comfort his wife! When they may have just checked if his car was locked then left and he wouldve been able to watch on camera while on the phone with dispatch to inform arriving officers of their exact movements and help them survive for their families as well. And possibly actually catch them instead of them getting away totally unidentified with another free firearm to add to their arsenal for next time, and they know where he lives but he doesnt even know who they are. Come on you emotional anti liberals are babies. I dont know what you spend your time looking at on the internet, but its not anything logical or personality growing and its DEF not firearm self defense information.

[@englishgarden2036]

A lot of men have become soft. This guy was gonna defend his turf. He's a hero.

[@malipena9751]

Thank you for your service and bravery Mr Smith!

[@urbanlark]

Let me get this straight. This dude saw three men with guns, got his rifle knowing he was out numbered, went outside and started busting off shots, went back inside for a wardrobe change, and came back out to bust off more shots? He not stupid. He a real one! I salute you, man! You, sir, deserve a movie deal!

[@recycledfelines]

no, thats just stupid

[@TrueAfricanHero]

That’s really stupid

[@xxkatxxxx]

😂💯😭

[@ENFPerspectives]

@@recycledfelines instinct, adrenyln, the will to live, and training. Not stupid.

[@recycledfelines]

@@ENFPerspectives if you think THAT is training , you have never stepped foot in a gun handling class

[@georgekirby3361]

Good for him. He did his job and kept his family and property safe.

[@joeblack007]

Well, his truck and car will be an insurance write off.

[@blackopal3138]

nO He didn't. He's an idiot, he put everuyone in his family in more danger.

[@mikeshook5095]

With a AR😁

[@darkstorminc]

Family, yes. Property... Not so much.

[@micl6562]

"Did his job" "kept his property safe". Yeah about as well as a mcdonalds worker that messes up the entire order. Did you not watch the video? He almost got himself killed and god knows what wouldve happened to his wife then. They got a new whole gun for themselves off him to use the next time and his vehicles ruined and they know where he lives and theyre unidentified.... only thing worse than a naive liberal is a naive anti-liberal. Peace to this guy obviously but watch your ASP!

[@bigtimejames8641]

He’s a hero protecting his family thank you for your service

[@justanotherguy469]

He is irresponsible. He left a gun in his vehicle and they now have it to commit other crimes.

[@codymaxwell1118]

Yeah well he can very well end up in prison too for doing what he did he opened fire on people will only because they were on his property and one of them had a gun he could face prison time and then if anybody was hurt they could all be in trouble because last time I check self-defense doesn't count if you go after somebody

[@jimrustle643]

@@codymaxwell1118 you obviously don't know the stand your ground or castle doctrine laws in his state. I can tell you're from a liberal state by how you are assuming the homeowner will go to jail for defending his property and life, as that is the clear case in such lost states ran by scumbag Democrats who let criminals sue the people they hurt and rob.

[@puzer1]

@@codymaxwell1118 ...watch the video, dunce...he was shot at first...

[@JoseCastillo-yx6ot]

I applaud you sir , and thank you for your service

[@chrisperry9002]

Thank you for your service sir. You're a hero, not stupid by a Longshot. Too bad they got away. Bet they'll think twice before trying it again.

[@KingZealotTactics]

@@Anthony-pj4io Doubtful, now they have something to brag about.

[@jondough4682]

If you're a democrat then just think you want to take this guy's guns away.

[@texn9326]

He is stupid for leaving a weapon in his truck the criminals stole, and hopefully don't come back to use his own weapon against him. I bet they do that for laughs, do a drive by with his own gun.

[@plutotech]

@@jondough4682 someone always gotta bring up dumb azz politics.

[@romeolima5339]

@@Anthony-pj4io Make America the wrong house to criminalize. Law-abiding citizens with legal arms are awsome.

[@CM-iv9vk]

This gentleman was completely justified in defending his wife, himself and his property. I don't blame him one bit . With how soft they are being on criminals now and all the lawlessness that's happening across this country, people need to think about their safety and being able to protect themselves. To the gentleman who defended his own, Thank you for your service! 🇺🇲

[@junkoenoshima6756]

Well sometimes it is justified to shoot a man if they just so much as step on your property...but if they are without a gun of their own then atleast make them unable to run away. Since killing and unarmed robber is like killing a defenseless newborn with a shotgun.

[@vallee7966]

I gotta wonder WHY law enforcement & the courts are being so soft on criminals? It just makes life for all the rest of us dangerous.

[@junkoenoshima6756]

@@vallee7966 cause people belive in second chances, and they are giving them the right redeem themselves. It's honorable but kinda dumb a bit...

[@fuckwitme3251]

This really was a stupid act on this home owner. And no way was his family in any danger. They were trying to get in his car for whatever item. He put his life at risk for basically nothing

[@yolyprog2561]

Well said!

[@StrawberryFields4ever65]

YES this MAN is brave... he's a REAL man! We need more just like him! He protects his family and what he's scratched and scraped for all his life. He doesn't have to lay down and let some punk take the life of his wife or what he's worked hard for. I guarantee you that word will get out not to bother THAT family again!!!

[@davidjorgensen877]

It's a miracle the guy's still alive. He saw the perp had a gun, knew he was tucked behind cover, yet he puts himself straight out in the open and calls to the guy? TF kind of tactical training did he get in the army? There's a fine line between brave and suicidal, which that approach was.

[@Cipher160]

@@davidjorgensen877 seeing as how his AR had neither irons sights, an optic, or a light he clearly wasn’t prepared so I doubt he had any actual training. Most likely a support MOS and on top of it… he had another firearm stolen from his unlocked truck. He got very lucky while arming criminals.

[@brucemcclary3260]

This man had the opportunity to defend himself and his property,if the left gets its way that will end ,pretty straightforward proposition

[@dale1809]

You winded tool

[@verlecox232]

0:51 flip up iron sight

[@taxesrtheft]

this is a real man, humble but deadly

[@popculturecurator]

Bless this man! This is why we should be allowed to protect ourselves. Carry arms people. Don't be the next helpless victim. Cops don't arrive until it's too late

[@adriangeh6414]

Well the cops certainly can't protect you. They're still focusing on their bagels...

[@kcook8119]

@@adriangeh6414 what a stupid comment but not suprising

[@commoguru]

He gave criminals another gun by negligently leaving his unsecured in his truck.

[@jabujolly9020]

You mean donuts.

[@abelis644]

@@commoguru Exactly.

[@I_Finger_Triggers]

Two things, never leave the protection of your castle unless you really really need to, and never leave a gun in your car. The dude had God on his side.

[@kloften6792]

Alexander Alas - The dude had that AR15 on his side. He didn't get shot because the invaders were too busy ducking rounds and running. It's very difficult to hit a target while running.

[@LogicSword3675]

Did this god send those guys to shoot the place up?

[@Alvan81]

@@kloften6792 Why disparage this comment!! The guy can do what he wants... But the whole POINT of having an AR type weapon/long gun is _not to run outside into Pistol/CQB range!!_ He could've sent his wife to safer room; then taken them down from concealment/cover (window/doorway) After that, lay low, don't put your face/name/armament on blast on TV. 😒 Those robbers are cowardly, brazen, trash, so act accordingly,!

[@I_Finger_Triggers]

@@kloften6792 he guessed, he was lucky he didn't get shot.

[@kloften6792]

@@Alvan81 - I can't do anything but laugh because your comment is spot-on. Dude lucky he was dealing with armatures.

[@metal4llama798]

I'm so proud you. I'm not even 15 minutes from Clayton County. It's so refreshing to know that there are gun owners who are willing to protect their loved ones. I honestly didn't expect it for a liberal county like Clayton, but well done, and thank you for your service, sir!

[@theheirofgrace8095]

😉 I'm an hour away but, no....we don't have time for this.

[@54sme]

Please keep safe! This is scary stuff.

[@ht3261]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 I totally agree with you! but 15min away!? wow! Thats close enough for them to move on to your area... PLEASE lock your doors and everything and be careful but always prepared to defend yourself! I hope you have protection too! 🙏 🙏 🙏 TAKE CARE!! ❤

[@EyePatchGuy88]

@AARPMiss Me aka MissMe - The Voting Results are enforced by people with guns, not words.

[@s.t.santos5928]

Didn't expect it from a liberal county? Where do you think most of the crimes happen?

[@DalePotter-v7c]

Thanks for your service abroad and at home we have let our country get in the state it's in because to many don't stand up we need more like you

[@BushcraftTexas]

As an old vet, I feel this man…. Glad you kept it together.

[@stevesayer4045]

Yes not one guy a few and the hero still a live mate

[@romeoblunt927]

Sir, I wanted to talk to you I am from India and I want to be in special forces can I talk to you sir?

[@eddiev1839]

We have to protect ourselves and our families. Cops won’t get there on time to save you. You have to be ready and willing to fight for your loved ones when the time comes.

[@Griffith861]

Absolutely

[@adriangeh6414]

Agreed, cops are usually pretty useless. Just ask the folks in uvalde...

[@ok.ok.5735]

The cops always sound like a$$h°les when all you were doing was defending yourself. He got shot at and calling him stupid but brave. The only thing you can do when getting shot at is return fire. Obviously if he didn’t he could be dead

[@WarmongerYT]

@Hang Whitey What?

[@mcalism]

Glad he did not call the cops because they would have shot at him and subject his family to humiliation or harm.

[@trumpatier]

"Fortunately no one was injured" That's not fortunate. The criminals will now go around continuing to victimize others, instead of being removed from this earth.

[@papabear9481]

Maybe... but then again maybe they will think twice. Just wish they were taking the room temperature challenge

[@waikzi4386]

@@papabear9481 right after the shooting they ran away and tried to break into multiple others houses. It says it in the facking video lmao. They didn’t think twice and they aren’t going to

[@estoupaa]

I don't understsnd about guns, but that guy shot so many times, couldn't the bullets fly to the neighbor's house too? Maybe the angle avoids it.

[@jay-d8g3v]

True. Was hoping for more

[@CorporateG0th]

@@papabear9481 they won't. Because they know usually they won't be caught or meet this kind of resistance. They'll murder the next victim. And the one after that. And on until they're caught, then the murdering and raiding gets put on hold for a couple months to years.

[@lloydfurness414]

Thank you for your service. Godspeed.

[@screwplanplaybook7121]

THIS VETERAN IS THE MAN, MILLIONS OF AMERICAN'S HAVE YOUR BACK. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AMERICA 🇺🇸

[@catraoinekelly2879]

This man did what he had to do to protect his wife and himself-- well done, he deserves a medal!

[@bannedfor762]

Why do you people say "they deserve a medal"? Like this is what anyone with sense would do.no piece of medal needed

[@emeukal7683]

Wasn't the thief trying to enter the car to steal stuff instead of entering the house? I would see him sit behind his door but going outside was a bad move to protect his wife.

[@ronlyph3977]

So... He didnt call 911?

[@theskoomacat3106]

@@ronlyph3977 the cops are about as useful as a 5th wheel in these blue cities.

[@user-px1wj2uv3r]

@@ronlyph3977 Probably at some point, but there is no requirement to do that...before the shooting of course.

[@bobguy6542]

"Thankfully no one was hurt" Thats actually terrible. These attempted murders are going to kill someone else. They need to be dead.

[@gideonfyah1]

The reporter should have said "Unfortunately none of the criminals were hit"

[@sarahjooo9015]

Exactly, all three of these criminals needed to be electrocuted to the maximum...💀💀

[@letsgofishing3852]

I agree

[@christopherclark6047]

Really, what do you say about those who raped, robbed and slaughtered just to get the land of the United States???🤔🤔🤔

[@cdk1016]

@@gideonfyah1 Exactly

[@elanierothenberger2467]

Thanks for your service, sir. 🙏🙏

[@elizabethlane8455]

Hold on to your guns America ... Well done to that brave man and may God protect you and your family always

[@ericstandefer9138]

Imagine if these insane criminals were the only one's with guns. They would rule the streets.

[@joevarga5982]

God doesn't protect anybody. Free will, and all that rot.

[@chicofromph33nix64]

With all these false flag attack on America, they are getting ready to go after our guns.. ppl will be totally fine with it too... giving up your rights for safety isn't the way to go

[@travistucker4067]

Can someone send this over to the Stacy Abrams

[@h.a.l.3980]

Such ignorance after a decade of mass shootings.

[@SnapShawwtyTv]

As a young vet I felt everything he said ! He’s like a lot of us that have home surveillance (Always On Standby) …yes he is brave ! I’m glad he didn’t get hurt.. he could have came at the burglar any kind of way but he charged forward shooting first no questions no warning because once he saw the surveillance it let him know everything he needed to do !

[@summcqs]

@ Snap Shawwty This is the type of man they needed at that Texas school shooting in Ubalde. He wouldn’t have hesitated.

[@GetawayFilms]

It didn't let him know that someone had an automatic weapon.. The gunfire from the criminals was NOT from the handgun on the driveway. watch the video again. He almost got took out by several bullets from his own rifle which was in his truck. Guy is stupid like the police said he is

[@sykwookiee]

Das right...thank you both and welcome back home...⭐ dad of PFC Stephen Paul Snowberger III KIA Iraq 11 May 2K...

[@jamesbrett5010]

Ex military really need to rethink priorities. Dude could have left his family without a father for protecting his car. I’d just watch it drive away. Insurance can handle the rest.

[@sykwookiee]

@Future Corpse you didn't like your bike?

[@helenesaba6285]

The fact that this Military Veteran has to validate his actions to protect his family against these nothing to live for low lives is mind boggling... The fact that people want civilians to not own firearms to defend their own is extreme. I hope this video enlightens most! Hats off to this Veteran for protecting his own and our Country!

[@chrisl8527]

That ship sailed a long time ago. The whole purpose of being able to own firearms in the constitution was to be able to resist a tyrannical government. Yeah the USA now has tanks, missiles, nukes, hellfire missiles, etc. These weapons are far superior to an AR15. In the olden days the most advanced weapons were cannons and firearms. The right to bear arms now just serves the purpose of self defense which only allows us to protect our right to life.

[@bryanbrett8943]

Yep

[@brianmiller5750]

It won't. Nazicrats want us defenseless against their fascist regime

[@SomethingInTheGround]

They would rather you just let them steal your stuff and let the criminals continue to cause havoc because it makes the justice system money.

[@ynotlearn4190]

What does him being a military veteran have to do with anything ?

[@olir6910]

This guy is such a bad ass ! Thank you for your service!!!

[@newwavepop]

always breaks my heart when criminals dont get what they deserve. hopefully they meet the violent end they seek next time.

[@ebonimom6964]

I agree

[@timmypstyle]

I agree too.

[@shutdahellup69420]

Hope so.

[@lindabradford9591]

Yep me too and hope next time they're not so lucky.

[@trupyrodice4462]

Man, look, you ever shoot a kid (or a man)? Watch him bleed out? you perform CPR on a dude who just tried to kill you as he pukes his last meal and blood all over you? I'm thinking not. 19 year old boy, graduated the prior sunmer. Gone, and for what, a drunken night and a stupid kid monent. Not to much unlike these guys. Granted these men were armed for urban combat and didn't hesitate to open up on this man. At that point they become combatants and it's open season. But to WANT to see someone shot or "get what they deserve" is altogether another story. And trust me when I say it's one you honestly don't want to have front row tickets too. I know its easy to arm chair it and make comments like that, I used to, but to have to be the one to do it is completely another situation. I'm all for seeing some justice served, but no one should pay with their lives when it comes to any type of material possession. I have some serious respect for that homeowner tho. Took some stones to go out there with what looked like one of those vicious look .22s.jj home j4 me Was it me or did that gun look ok8uü n the small side?

[@cedricmaynard8796]

Georgia has lost complete control of these juveniles they fear nothing smh

[@tcdecatur2077]

It’s not on GA, it’s on these DGAF parents.

[@cedricmaynard8796]

@@tcdecatur2077 That's true too but when I was younger we had truant officers, after 3 suspensions boot camp or alternative school was mandatory if we even fought they took us juvie, now I walk in the store around noon and it's like school is out smh everyone needs to do better this is insane

[@charlesbowers8112]

Time to make them start fearing.

[@SVGIN]

CLAYTON COUNTY 2 BRONX NYC

[@SVGIN]

RIVERDALE GA TO DA BRONX

[@mikehartley8234]

Thank God he’s ok and his family is safe.

[@LogicSword3675]

Gods are not real.

[@slchance8839]

Outnumbered 3 against 1 vet and the vet returns a 2nd time?! That vet has balls of steel.

[@xAdieselx]

It’s a damn shame he didn’t hit any of them, especially after they took his gun. That would make me madder than the actual shoot out.

[@AL52737]

@Journey To Prosperity - Antonious Solomon in the video the reporter said that they took The guns from his car

[@AkBewm]

I’m suprised he didn’t hit his shots the ppl didn’t seem that far from him and he had a AR

[@youknow95]

Bruh its 3-5 to one what do you expect?

[@halibut1249]

@Journey To Prosperity - Antonious Solomon in the vid it says they stole a firearm in his truck

[@halibut1249]

I agree, wish he had hit one of them too, send the guy to the hospital so cops can catch him and he'll rat out the others.

[@krisb3939]

Thank you Heavenly Father for protecting this man .

[@joevarga5982]

Heavenly Father doesn't protect anybody. Free will, and all that rot.

[@itsasocialworld2.0]

🙏🏼

[@LogicSword3675]

Why did this heavenly father create the situation in the first place?

[@itsasocialworld2.0]

@@LogicSword3675 not up for debate. People believe what they choose to believe in. Blessings to you 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤❤

[@krisb3939]

@@LogicSword3675 why are you & these wicked thieves friends with his world? 2 Timothy 3:2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,

[@onetruepatriot6718]

Good job. He did what any real man would do protect his home and his family.

[@squirrelcovers6340]

Real man?😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nathan5421]

yes a real man protects his family squirrel covers

[@resonatingtruths]

A WISE man would’ve done the complete opposite. If one of those bullets would’ve hit him this entire comment section would’ve been talking about how dumb he was for leaving the house to defend the vehicle.

[@jefftesch7478]

@@resonatingtruths and if they get into the car and gain access to a garage door opener and then get in the house? He did the absolute correct thing he took the fight away from his family. You be a sheep. We need more men willing to be a sheep dog defending others from the wolves of the world.

[@resonatingtruths]

@@jefftesch7478 In the event that they got into the car and somehow made their way into the garage, he still would’ve had that same rifle and he more than likely would’ve definitely killed at least one of them. Isn’t that what you all like to hear? Instead he took the fight to them and almost left his wife to be a widow.

[@jasonwood9263]

Love this guy. Only thing wrong is keeping a firearm in your truck at night. Bless you Sir.

[@kennishabell8315]

Mr Smith's wife is so lucky to have him to protect her we need more men like him in the world 👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👊🏽👊🏽

[@54sme]

Amen!

[@sghomecare5888]

Real

[@flameshoter6]

They weren't going after her. They were going after his car...... Hope those robbers get punished though.

[@Gree1060]

@@flameshoter6 shut up. You don't know the extent of their intent. His wife is on their property so defended his wife point blank period.

[@alteredsensations8273]

real real

[@tomupchurch4911]

This is why 2A is so important.Good job man. Thank you for your service. Be safe and stay dangerous.

[@commonsense6645]

Great JOB SIR!!!! Criminals should know we will all be protecting our families as well as our hard earned property.

[@karentyler436]

He had every right to protect hisself and his family. Having a weapon for protection is one thing but to carry a weapon to take someone’s life over foolishness is is insane. These young kids are going to learn the hard way you go looking for trouble it will find you fast to an early grave or serving time.. Thank God he was not harmed and his family is safe.

[@SelimxBradley]

himself*

[@fnguapo]

Bravery comes with a cost not everyone’s willing to pay ✊🏽 kudos to this vet for holding it down

[@daakrolb]

Well said!!!!!

[@amiralions2681]

He's a polite hero, God bless him, he called them "gentlemen." I thank God of his protection from evil and for his continued protection.

[@mikeymarinkovich6133]

Glad the home owners are fighting back glad the home owner is ok you never know this should be a warning and a message leave home owners alone

[@jsfamily984]

Imagine if the Uvalde Police had the courage this man did, what a world we would live in...

[@YuwadeeJ55]

This.

[@ryomagaaracielfai]

Exactly. I can't believe the sheriff called him stupid. At least he did something to protect his wife and his home without thinking twice nor hesitating.

[@tw9664]

Was thinking the same thing!

[@daakrolb]

Wasn’t the damage already done before the police were able to get there?

[@jsfamily984]

@@daakrolb No, they sat and waited for 77 minutes after they got there.

[@brucedammann1068]

My fellow veteran; It's encouraging to see a REAL man protecting his family. Never surrender!

[@1Jaz5d]

AMEN!

[@lando1gamez473]

@Bob Thompson they would of still got the pistol either way

[@lando1gamez473]

@Bob Thompson because they were breaking into the car and if he would of done nothing they would eventually got in the car anyway

[@brucedammann1068]

@Bob Thompson I have to agree with you regarding not leaving any of your weapons unsecured.

[@jungblud59]

I absolutely love seeing American citizens properly protecting their homes, families, and themselves, rather than cowering and waiting for help to arrive. These thugs need to learn that citizens are tired of being victimized by criminals when their own government (who had sworn to uphold the constitution) is simultaneously trying to steal their right and ability to protect themselves. We the (pissed off) people HAVE HAD ENOUGH!

[@commoguru]

Yep, protecting themselves from criminals that now have another gun that they stole out of this dudes truck.

[@knightu1642]

@@commoguru He should have never left his gun in the truck. But they are criminals and they will steal guns any way they can so they can rob and kill people. Have 5, 10 or 50 guns and all the ammo ready because just like the little kids and the police in Uvalde, you are on your own. Strap up and kill anyone that threatens your life and family!

[@TheVonStryker]

@@commoguru You can't even spell criminal, much less understand the report *that said the criminal had a gun coming up the driveway in the grey hoodie!*

[@bryanx0317]

@@TheVonStryker You didn't catch the ending. Lol

[@jungblud59]

@@TheVonStryker You need to watch the whole video before laying out such a negative personal attack on people. One of the thugs did come up the driveway carrying a firearm, but at the end of the video they said someone got away with a firearm the victim had in his truck. Before launching such a childish personal attack on someone, you need to realize that WE ARE ALL on the same side, law abiding citizens trying to protect our loved ones and our homes. If you can't agree to this or can't over look someone's grammatical error, you are obviously NOT ON OUR SIDE!

[@charlottehall5191]

Thank you for your service, sir!

[@mrs4233]

This world! Crying shaming, survived overseas to come home to war on your front yard - literally. Bro I'm so happy that God kept you, praying for continued protection 🙏🏽. This is just madness.