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killerfly128 wrote:

Rrash wrote: That being said, "Farmer Bob" probably should have stayed in his home and called the police himself.

[devil's advocate] If ''Farmer Bob'' is far enough out in the sticks the response time might be so great that being proactive is more effictive than waiting on PD. [\devil's advocate]

True. I guess I am coming from this angle: he is not in immediate danger, doesn't know who is outside (assuming its a bad guy - how many, are they armed, etc.), has the tactical advantage, and it would help him in any legal case were he to have to shoot. If it were to turn into a situation where he drew a weapon, he would still have to call the police anyways.

That being said, if I were "Farmer Bob", and I sensed someone had car trouble, I would consider offering some assistance (to make sure nobody is hurt, my property isn't damaged, etc.). Who knows what Bob was thinking.

I think a note under the windshield wiper explaining the situation and contact information would be adequate. In addition, a call to the police might be in order, as there was damage to the vehicle and it might help regarding an insurance claim. That being said, "Farmer Bob" probably should have stayed in his home and called the police himself.