As someone pointed out, calling 911 on your cell phone and observing is not the same as doing nothing. I would never pull a weapon unless I had to shoot someone, and I would not shoot someone unless I was sure I had no other choice. I have even stated on other threads that if I am not sure of the background I am prepared to die rather than shoot an innocent by accident.
I am reminded of that incident where the kids kidnapped a girl as a camp prank. That could have been very very bad if someone had over-reacted. But is it even over-reacting if you see a teenage girl get kidnapped and interject yourself into the situation?
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