Curfew and Murder

"You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.' But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment..." (Matthew 5:21-22)

David Ludwig, 18, a Pennsylvania teenager is accused of killing the parents of his 14-year-old girlfriend. Apparently, the young man shot Kara Borden's parents once each in the head after an hour-long argument about her curfew when she came home late.

Ludwig took Kara with him. Police sought and chased, and finally captured and arrested the two teenagers in Indiana. He is charged with homicide and kidnapping in Pennsylvania and with recklessness and resisting law enforcement an Indiana. At this moment, police is treated her as a victim.

It may take a while before all the facts are known. One could only imagine the parents' anxiety and agony as they waited until early Sunday morning for their young daughter's return. At that moment, what would be the best way of handling the situation? Did they have to argue with her boyfriend late into the night? Could they have waited until everyone cool down before discussing the situation?

Anger and impulsivity are strong emotions. When powerful emotions are not dealt with constructively, the result could be devastating. In this case two people died, three kids (age 14, 13, 9) became orphans, and a teenager is now facing two murder charges.

I wish everyone can learn self-control and delay gratification!

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