I dont know what the laws are in your state but in mine if someone was acting in a threatening manner with a gun involved then I would not go outside unarmed and if he started ranting with the firearm and entered my property or fired at me then I am within the law to dispatch him to the almighty immediately. In most states I think there are laws against discharging firearms in close proximity to other residences even in the country. Other than the firearms being involved I would ignore him and let him mire in his misery but be ready to respond to fire with fire. Just my 2 cents I would advise the other guy he has taken a particular dislike of to watch his backside and carry also for self defense I agree this guy could trip offline at any moment and you could try to reason with him and find out whats bothering him but that could make you a major target also in today's society you never know what could happen but it is always protect yourself your loved ones and your property.

He may not be getting routine pusse du jour.

Anonymously give him the gift of the movie "In Broad Daylight"

In Broad Daylight (TV Movie 1991) - IMDb

Nothing new. For whatever reason, the crazy one started minding his own business and has not been antagonizing anyone else or doing stupid crap.

Dunno what changed in his life. Maybe it has been all the rain we have had this summer - keeping everyone indoors.

I'm just glad it all quieted down.

Place a dead giant cactus across his driveway.

Everyone knows what that means.

Update to this neighborhood soap opera:

Bob (the nutter) in October called Animal Control about my dog, alleging that she bit his wife. There was no physical evidence; no photos, no doctor visit, nothing, presented to the Animal Control officer who followed up. And I checked my video surveillance and nope... it never happened. My dog was playing in the yard when Bob's wife walked past our house.

I spoke to the Sheriff's department and asked about penalties for Bob filing a false complaint. I was told that false complaints to Animal Control "don't count" because they are "not really police". I was told I might be able to go after him with a civil suit, and to consult an attorney.

Yesterday I received a letter from Bob. The letter now states that the dog "only grabbed her shirt tail" so they didn't need to take photos or go to a doctor. The letter went on to state, "but I have now documented that your dog is aggressive, and will not be prosecuted if I decide to shoot it".

Again, the video surveillance does not support his claim. My dog never attacked his wife, never bit her, and never grabbed her shirt. I believe that Bob is bored and looking for a way to have some fun.

I would not let this stand. This guy may decide to shoot your dog. Then what happens? I think I would have to spend the time to use the video and have an attorney send a letter or better yet, get a restraining order. Not that it will do any good. But, it shows you to be trying to do the right thing.
Wonder how long the guy spent thinking this crap up?

Well, now you know where to dump your dog's poop.

that sounds like a viable threat to harm youe pet-

Hold onto that letter.

You might find this interesting: How to Blind a Surveillance Camera (with Pictures) - wikiHow

I spoke to my attorney, who also suggested a restraining order.
And also said to hold onto the letter.

Both actions "just in case".

But as schamp said... "then what happens?"

I believe it is time to call in an expert:


Paging oddJob Uno, OJU come in please.

Go to the police with the letter and the video of the day in question. This documents that he is a liar. Then get a restraining order. He has made threats against you and your family (my dog is my family). Tell the judge and the police your in fear of your life from this person. Suggest nicely that ne needs psych evaluation. Maybe they will seize his firearms.

Assuming your other neighbors are in the same boat, it may be time to round them up for a sock party. There's people out there that just need an ass whipping.
Jim

As ateenager we had a douche bag in our neighborhood just like Bob. Guess who got the brunt of all our great ideas? BB guns late at night make some wonderful noise.

I'd say that what makes ole Bob dangerous is that he is clearly unaware as to how he has now escalated this matter to your advantage.
Man, I'd hate having a neighbor like him...life's too much of a b ! t c h already!
Can you keep that video on file?

Yes... I can offload and archive the video. It is all digital media.

One of my neighbors has hypothesized that he was a social outcast as a kid, and that has made him anti-social as an adult. I don't care the reason, I only care about a solution.

Clearly an abuse victim!

H, you know how to reach me. Just sayin'