I always wondered what I would do if I caught someone trying to rob me. I expect myself to act to a bitch, but hopefully I would sweep kick him.
A bunch of guys (who were uninvited in the first place) came over to our apartment for a party and tried to jack some of our DVDs in the middle of the party. My roommate, who is an ex Marine, saw them do it. As they tried to scurry for the exit, he called them out. They tried to run away and were halfway to their car but my roommate caught them and started beating the shit out of the one stealing the DVDs. Finally the douchebag admits he stole the DVDs and gave them back. Roommate collected the DVDs, went back inside, and acted like nothing happened.
I imagine I would do the same. I think shooting is way too over the top but an ass beating is required. People have to learn that stealing is wrong and I think a black eye is a great lesson.