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Man Tries To Trim Tree With a Shotgun

Posted by samzenpus on from the right-tool-for-the-job dept.

When faced with a problem, the only thing in Antonio Chiaia's toolbox appears to be his double-barrel 12-gauge. The 74-year-old was arrested for using his shotgun to try to get rid of a tree limb in his backyard. He told police that he couldn't reach it with his saw so he thought he might be able to shoot it off. Police charged Chiaia with unlawful discharge of a firearm and second-degree reckless endangerment.

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  1. This is done more than people might think! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 1, Interesting

    I've seen it done successfully on several occasions. There really is very little risk to anyone nearby. Using a gun other than a shotgun could end up being a problem (or someone dumb enough to use large sized shot).