I believe that this man was wrong to shoot at the shoplifters. Carrying a gun for self defense should only be used if your life or someone else's life is in true danger. Shoplifting, while still wrong, is not a situation in my opinion where you should use your gun and especially don't use it if they are running away from you. It's a hard lesson for him to learn but it's a part of being a responsible gun owner. I know he felt he was doing the right thing but possibly taking someone's life with your own hands because they stole merchandise is something I don't know if he really would want on his conscience. I know I wouldn't. Perhaps this is the Lords way of helping him.