Possible approach to the story:
“Yes, I pulled a gun and fired at an intruder with a knife. He fled. But the shot went astray and killed my wife, my three children, my dog, and the couple next door! I hate guns and never want to see one again. I loved that damn dog!”
Man, did you nail it. LOL.
Truly sorry about the Dog. Can you send me his left over dog food...
Wow. You must have used an evil assault bullet and had all of the victims in a perfect line. :-)