Clint and Bronson Would Be So Proud OR "The Joys of Vigilantism"

(This news tidbit is courtesy of my friend Michael Gregory, an actor and former security guard for my favorite all-around entertainer, Dean Martin.)

A 71-year-old retired Marine who opened fire on two robbers at a Plantation, FL, Subway sub shop late Wednesday, killing one and critically wounding the other, is described as John Lovell, a former pilot for two presidents. He doesn't drink; he doesn't smoke; he works out everyday.

According to Plantation police, two masked gunmen came into the Subway just after 11 p.m. There was a lone diner -- Lovell, who was finishing his meal. After robbing the cashier, the two men attempted to shove Lovell into a bathroom and rob him as well. They got his money, but then Lovell pulled his handgun and opened fire, shooting one of the thieves in the head and chest and the other in the head. Both men were taken to Broward General Medical Center, where one, Donicio Arrindell, 22, of North Lauderdale died. The other, 21-year-old Frederick Gadson of Fort Lauderdale is in critical but stable condition. Lovell worked as a pilot for the Marines, flying former Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. He later worked as a pilot for Pan Am and Delta. He is not expected to be charged, authorities said.

One 71-year-old Marine against two punks (my father is 70 by the way). Two head shots and one center-body-mass shot! Good shooting!

(Florida law allows law abiding citizens to carry a concealed weapon.)