text: The operative phrase throughout this thread is that the thieves "just don't care". They don't care if they are identified or caught; they don't care about the people whose possessions they steal, or the hardships they inflect on others. Burning vehicles on public lands is a felony (maybe that is why they chose a church parking lot to torch one of their prizes), but jail time seems of no concern. Here in Butte, they are blatant and very quick; that said, I believe homeowners and the public at large need to be vigilant in watching for suspicious activity and prepared to defend their family and property, within the bounds of the law; which brings us full circle. If someone "who doesn't care" has forced their way in and are now standing in your home and you are sitting there, Taser in one hand and shotgun in the other, what may you do, what can you do, what will you do, if you care? I would hope you have prepared yourself for this moment. I have; first, dial 911 and turn on "handsfree".