British Judge Tells Burglars That Getting Shot is a Risk They Take

That's common sense in the U.S., but a major policy shift over there

A judge has defended the rights of people to protect their homes, telling two burglars shot during a break-in: "That is the chance you take."

Joshua O'Gorman and Daniel Mansell were blasted with a legally-held shotgun after they smashed their way into the isolated rural home of a businessman, Andy Ferrie, and his wife Tracey last month.

The two men, who have a string of convictions between them, were arrested when they arrived at hospital seeking treatment for their injuries. Mr and Mrs Ferrie were also arrested and questioned for more than 40 hours on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. They were later released without charge.