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When my brother was a youngster, he was playing cowboys and Indians in a field in the city. They had home made bows and arrows and started shooting at cars, and my brother was caught. Never in my brother's life has he had any other run in with the law. This was enough to scare him half to death.

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Noted.

I doubt that your brother's "home-made" bow and arrow shattered even one (1) windshield or car side window.

This kid shattered at least three (3) windows on school buses I believe.

He was growing more more proficient and more daring with his successes.

A criminal pattern of progression.

No fear.

"fps" or "feet per second" of a BB can be from abt. 300fps to 900fps

A .22rf or .38 often is in the 700-900fps range.

A "sub-sonic" cartridge is slower, but still can easily kill.

This kid showed deliberate planning and would have continued except for his arrest and charges.

Incidentally, a Benjamin or other HP air rifle is often used for hunting small game.

Parents should have been charged in this incident I believe.

I am a big antique Colt buff, 1846-1898, and have little patience for those who use any weapon, "toy" or otherwise in a deliberate reckless manner.

I would doubt his parents will discipline or curb his wild streak.