Another reason to be glad that you're not

in Europe or New Jersey or Chicago or San Francisco . . .

A quote from the Copenhagen Post, 1 February 2007

At least one of three would-be robbers shot by a watchmaker plans to file for compensation over his injuries. [...] An attorney for the robber cited wrongful injury, loss of work time and loss of the ability to work as the grounds on which his client's claim is based.

The case made headlines 16 January when the three thieves attempted to rob the watchmaker’s store and threatened him by putting a fake pistol up to his chin. The watchmaker had a real pistol behind his counter, however, and shot the three men, allegedly as they were trying to flee.

The watchmaker was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and is being held in custody by police.

Update:

All three need lifetime support since they may never go back to their old profession of armed robbery due to the psychological trauma of being confronted with an armed citizen who refused to be a victim.

Hat Tip: The Brussels Journal