Got Shot At Lately?
 

the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details

bill



"go-bassn" wrote in message
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Klein gets shot at & you think he might be the a-hole??? "no-wake,
speeding, etc" gets you shot at where you live? If so, please let me know
where you live...so I can stay the you-know-what away!

Warren

"bill allemann" wrote in message
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Maybe Klein was the a-hole here (no-wake, speeding, etc). It sounds
like
the guy was on his own property.
If so, I don't know what ordinance he would have violated.

bill

"RGarri7470" wrote in message
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Prosecutors in LA announced today they were dropping charges against a
man
arrested for firing a shotgun in the air as Gary Klein went by in his
bass
boat. Seems there were no witnesses and no physical evidence so they
are
dropping the charges. This happened during the Bassmasters Classic
last
year -
during practice, I guess since Klein was alone.

Seems the guy was upset about boats running by his place on the bayou
and
all
his neighbors supported him.

What do you think about this?

Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

Got Shot At Lately?
 

the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details

After following the boat with the gun, he shot above it. That is close enough
for me.
Here is the article from the local paper about it.
http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
302.xml
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

Got Shot At Lately?
 

that's really odd ...
according to local coverage
http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
"Authorities said they decided to withhold charges because of limited
physical evidence and the fact that the lone witness - Klein - lives in
Texas."

kind of tough to know what to believe.

speaking of which, you aren't the Warren of the (kennedy) Warren Report,
are you?

bill

"go-bassn" wrote in message
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There was most definately a camera man in GK's boat Ronnie (according to
Bassmaster & BASS Times, as well as ESPN's Classic coverage), in fact on
the
return trip he filmed the guy as they went by.

Warren

"RGarri7470" wrote in message
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RGarri7470 wrote in message
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This happened during the Bassmasters Classic last year -
during practice, I guess since Klein was alone.

Actually, this happened on the final day of competition.
Marty

Strange - the article says there were no witnesses - I figured on the
last
day
there would be camera boats following - Klein was in second place, I
think -
and I know each fisherman has an observer in the boat with him during
competition.

Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

Got Shot At Lately?
 

Actually in those days it was legal to carry an open weapon everywhere. And
I mean everywhere. The law changed in the 60's when the Black Panthers
walked into and demonstrated in the state legislature wearing crossed
bandoliers, and carrying weapons. As to the Zodiac, he was not as scary as
the Zebra Killings. They were scary enough that I carried a 45 in the
truck. Was going to San Francisco State Univ and working nights near
downtown. Servicing computers, so was in and out of the office. 6 of the
killings were within 12 blocks of my office, closest 2 blocks. Funny thing
about that is I chased down a purse snacher about this time while in the
truck. Was asked what I would of done if he pulled a gun. Said I would of
taken care of business.
Bill

"go-bassn" wrote in message
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The Zodiac killer loved that law, lol...

Warren ;-)

"Calif Bill" wrote in message
link.net...

"Bob La Londe" wrote in message
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"COOLLURES" wrote in message
news:T0TKb.84060$xX.594189@attbi_s02...
I lived in Cali for 14 years, A shotgun or any other firearm in your
possession on or in a park or public access land is a felony. unless
it
is
your property you have no right to carry a fire arm. The few
Concealed
permits that are given are just that concealed. If they are exposed
for
any
reason other than life threatening conditions you can still be
arrested.

Something doesn't seem right about the story. Not saying that it
didnt
happen, But doesnt seem right.

Jeff


Hmmmm..... I must not understand then. I thought it was legal to
wear
a
sidearm in non-incorporated areas in Ca.




"J Buck" wrote in message
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Seems the guy was upset about boats running by his place on the
bayou
and all his neighbors supported him. What do you think about
this?

Unless Shotgun Boy (and his neighbors) own the lake and access to
it,
tough. Cowboy up and realize you have a camp on the shoreline. But
I'll
admit it's a fine line. I don't mind a boat going by in front of
my
camp
at a reasonable distance from shore. But close up?...I'd
appreciate
a
slow speed and no profanity, whether youngsters are around or not.


In California, you can wear a gun in unincorporated areas. You can have
a
shotgun or pistol in the car, but the gun has to be cased and maybe only
the
handgun in a locked case (softcase is OK). You can carry a gun in your
boat, otherwise the duck hunting in the Sac Delta would be hard to
accomplish. That said, maybe the guy was POed about all the bass
fisherman
traveling 70 mph in a 5 mph no wake zone. Been out fishing the delta
when
the fog is so thick you can only see 50' and hear some bassboat guy
traveling 40-50 mph. If he kills himself is sad for his family, but the
problem is the take out some innocent person. Just because you drive a
Bullet, does not mean you have to run WOT at all times.
Bill

Got Shot At Lately?
 

Did not say it was smart to wear a sidearm in the unincorporated areas, just
is legal.
Bill

"COOLLURES" wrote in message
news:gY2Lb.762414$HS4.6028595@attbi_s01...
Ohhhh, that makes a bit more sence... As for wearing a sidearm in the un
incorperated area I wouldnt try it in the areas I lived in unless you
owned
the land you were on. Merced and Mariposa arent too friendly on that.
But I can say it is easier to get a firearm in Ca than in IL where I live
now.
Jeff

"RichZ" wrote in message
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It's got nothing to do with CA law. The LA in question is Louisianna.

RichZ©
www.richz.com/fishing

Got Shot At Lately?
 

RGarri7470 wrote:
the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details


After following the boat with the gun, he shot above it. That is close enough
for me.
Here is the article from the local paper about it.
http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
302.xml
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

That link wouldn't work as is. If others have trouble, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/252x7

Got Shot At Lately?
 

bill allemann wrote:

that's really odd ...
according to local coverage
http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
"Authorities said they decided to withhold charges because of limited
physical evidence and the fact that the lone witness - Klein - lives in
Texas."


Hey! Is that a shot at Texans? You can't be a reliable witness if you
live in Texas? Notice it doesn't say the reason is the witness lives
"out of state", but specifies Texas.

Got Shot At Lately?
 

I waited until I could read a report on this incident to comment.
I lived in LA for 22 years and was told many times before I fished the Delta
that there are many rules of etticate which should be followed while in the
swamp.
1) Never mess with a commercial fisherman's traps...if you hook one, cut
your line.
2) Obey the no-wake signs (they are everywhere...especially in the sloughs,
next to homes)
3) Respect their way of life...many make their living there...
4) Realize that nearly everyone is armed in the swamp...from snakes to
alligators to who knows what...I was usually armed myself, w/ a 22 for
snakes. (I have had several charge the boat and try to get in)
I have been towed in many times when way out and desperate...I have also
towed in many.
The Cajuns who love their swamps are some of the best people I have ever
met...but when you cross their lines...watch out!
The article does not mention if Klein was not respecting a no-wake zone or
exactly what was offending to the man. I very much doubt the man drew a bead
on him for no reason??
Klein is from TX (which I am from myself), and we are taught early on to
respect other people's property...I would humbly submit to the Bass
Organization to better educate the competitive field in the do's and don'ts
while in LA if they choose to return. Kind of a "when in Rome" thing. IMHO
BTY...I am not condoning someone being shot at...never an excuse for that
except in immanent danger of life to yourself or family...
Suthrn

"Henry Hefner" wrote in message
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RGarri7470 wrote:
the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the
air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details


After following the boat with the gun, he shot above it. That is close
enough
for me.
Here is the article from the local paper about it.

http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
302.xml
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

That link wouldn't work as is. If others have trouble, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/252x7

Got Shot At Lately?
 

It doesn't matter what he was doing on the water. There is no reason for
anyone to shoot at or above someone in an attempt to scare or threaten him.
Anyone who thinks this guy had a right to do this is completely insane, if
thats the way they treat things there, Load me up and send me down, next
time someone catches a undersized bass, I send a round towards them, if they
dump trash I'll send two
"Suthern Transplant" wrote in message
hlink.net...
I waited until I could read a report on this incident to comment.
I lived in LA for 22 years and was told many times before I fished the
Delta
that there are many rules of etticate which should be followed while in
the
swamp.
1) Never mess with a commercial fisherman's traps...if you hook one, cut
your line.
2) Obey the no-wake signs (they are everywhere...especially in the
sloughs,
next to homes)
3) Respect their way of life...many make their living there...
4) Realize that nearly everyone is armed in the swamp...from snakes to
alligators to who knows what...I was usually armed myself, w/ a 22 for
snakes. (I have had several charge the boat and try to get in)
I have been towed in many times when way out and desperate...I have also
towed in many.
The Cajuns who love their swamps are some of the best people I have ever
met...but when you cross their lines...watch out!
The article does not mention if Klein was not respecting a no-wake zone or
exactly what was offending to the man. I very much doubt the man drew a
bead
on him for no reason??
Klein is from TX (which I am from myself), and we are taught early on to
respect other people's property...I would humbly submit to the Bass
Organization to better educate the competitive field in the do's and
don'ts
while in LA if they choose to return. Kind of a "when in Rome" thing. IMHO
BTY...I am not condoning someone being shot at...never an excuse for that
except in immanent danger of life to yourself or family...
Suthrn

"Henry Hefner" wrote in message
...


RGarri7470 wrote:
the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the
air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details


After following the boat with the gun, he shot above it. That is close
enough
for me.
Here is the article from the local paper about it.

http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
302.xml
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

That link wouldn't work as is. If others have trouble, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/252x7

Got Shot At Lately?
 

Perhaps you didn't read:
BTY...I am not condoning someone being shot at...never an excuse for that
except in immanent danger of life to yourself or family...

and...are you calling me insane?

I was simply adding my 2 cents, and after trying to make sense of this
incendent after reading the article written in a local paper there and
without being present myself...I was simply sharing my experiences on the
delta and the people who live there.

Not trying to be imflamatory by any means.

Surtrn

"alwayfishking" wrote in message
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It doesn't matter what he was doing on the water. There is no reason for
anyone to shoot at or above someone in an attempt to scare or threaten
him.
Anyone who thinks this guy had a right to do this is completely insane, if
thats the way they treat things there, Load me up and send me down, next
time someone catches a undersized bass, I send a round towards them, if
they
dump trash I'll send two
"Suthern Transplant" wrote in message
hlink.net...
I waited until I could read a report on this incident to comment.
I lived in LA for 22 years and was told many times before I fished the
Delta
that there are many rules of etticate which should be followed while in
the
swamp.
1) Never mess with a commercial fisherman's traps...if you hook one, cut
your line.
2) Obey the no-wake signs (they are everywhere...especially in the
sloughs,
next to homes)
3) Respect their way of life...many make their living there...
4) Realize that nearly everyone is armed in the swamp...from snakes to
alligators to who knows what...I was usually armed myself, w/ a 22 for
snakes. (I have had several charge the boat and try to get in)
I have been towed in many times when way out and desperate...I have also
towed in many.
The Cajuns who love their swamps are some of the best people I have ever
met...but when you cross their lines...watch out!
The article does not mention if Klein was not respecting a no-wake zone
or
exactly what was offending to the man. I very much doubt the man drew a
bead
on him for no reason??
Klein is from TX (which I am from myself), and we are taught early on to
respect other people's property...I would humbly submit to the Bass
Organization to better educate the competitive field in the do's and
don'ts
while in LA if they choose to return. Kind of a "when in Rome" thing.
IMHO
BTY...I am not condoning someone being shot at...never an excuse for
that
except in immanent danger of life to yourself or family...
Suthrn

"Henry Hefner" wrote in message
...


RGarri7470 wrote:
the description of the incident said the property owner shot "in the
air".
that isn't being "shot at".
details, details


After following the boat with the gun, he shot above it. That is
close
enough
for me.
Here is the article from the local paper about it.


http://www.nola.com/newsflash/louisi...-6/10734017417
302.xml
Ronnie

http://fishing.about.com

That link wouldn't work as is. If others have trouble, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/252x7