You do know there's nobody living there, right? Those houses now belong to the banks.
I doubt there's a state in the union that lets you shoot to kill purely in defense of property.
I don't think what the "Sharpies" are doing is right, but shoot to kill? Out of proportion.
You may not like that kind of grassroots justice, but there are consequences when thugs and looters invade a neighborhood.
I strongly disagree.
Knowing the cost and years of effort that went into buying and maintaining my home, having a mob destroy it might make me snap.
The appropriate response is a matter of collective decision by society, and the circumstances that trigger the decision. I can see it happening.
Why don't you run a test?
Publish your address on line, let the criminals trash it and let us know if your arrogant, holier-than-thou opinion changes.