Always best to have a target.
Surprising they'd let the shooters off after they admitted they weren't actually defending themselves or their property. Wouldn't want those guys in my neighborhood at all ~ we have some embassy folks here and I've seen them carry their automatic weapons in and out of their homes ~ I do not want them encouraged to return defensive fire ~ ever!
I dont mind having neighbors who will help protect my property when I am away.
I just dont believe in warning shots.