Here, I think they were both at fault; however, the kid was the aggressor, Levin was in his own home minding his own business. Ultimately I agree with you: the kid should not have been out after midnight annoying people--you never know what frightened people will do to protect themselves.
Of course we need more facts, but I think the guy doesn't do time based on what I've read so far.
"NO but my kid would have been home sleeping and not pulling such a stupid prank in todays day and age."
"I guess you condone this behavior."
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Well....let's just talk, okay? Of course I don't "condone" that type of behaviour.
I wouldn't think, and I would hope that my kids wouldn't do that either. They were and are being raised better, but sometimes kid's will do "stupid" things. As they aren't always under my direct supervision..and I cannot always keep them out of harm's way.
Now...to your original post. Taken with the context of the article in mind...I came to the conclusion, rightly or wrongly, that your mind-set was.."Tough luck for this kid...he shouldn't have been out at night anyway". Thusly your post came across to me....as cold, and emotionless. I'm sorry if you were offended by my reply.
FWIW-