Criminal Lawyer Reacts to Brooklyn Neighbors in Dispute Ends in a Devastating Double Homicide 

As my old man told me, your gun and your ego are separate things that you can't have with you at the same time. One stays home no matter what.

This was 100% not self defense. He killed them 2 guys with such malice and even ended both of them with killshots

The son getting killed was awful, and the husband just getting executed while already on the floor, going limp, puts chills into me.

Bruce is a prime example of positive masculinity. Always giving advice for people to build, to be level-headed, to be calm and reasonable; I love it. Thanks always for the entertaining and informative videos. You two are the best!

This vid is bringing up feelings for me. My son, Michael, was murdered on November 15, 2019. Because some neighbor was playing loud music. My son asked them to turn down the music, they had words & was suckered punched. While defending himself with nothing but his hands, a 22 yr old stabbed my baby in his heart. Over some fucking music! My heart will never recover from that.😢 I hope the young guys listen to your wise words! Yes, the guy is in prison for a measly 15 years. My son was only 29 years old.

To lose a husband and son right there like that had to be absolutely devastating for that poor lady.

As a firearms instructor and (occasional) concealed carrier, I find I don't feel tougher at all carrying a gun. In fact, the gravity of carrying a firearm makes me actively try to avoid any and all conflicts and just generally be more polite and less confrontational than I might be without it. Love your channel, always great info. The 21 foot drill, Tueller Drill, after Dennis Tueller who came up with it, I was lucky enough to take a class taught by a him a few years ago.

Bruce, you saying give them a flower instead of a bullet hit me hard. Such a sad and senseless situation. Thank you for your wise and kind words

I don't know if anybody noticed, but the way he did the whole thing is staggering. He was calm, he killed him and went for the other victim with no hesitation, no emotion. It is very disturbing to see someone killing 2 people with such coldness, like it was nothing.

It’s kind of nice to see a lawyer talking to people realistically. Not about technicalities…but about practicalities.

I was a soldier in the Australian Army for 20 years. So I am highly trained in useing firearms. When I left the Army I worked in Security for 6 years. I was an armed security officer due to the fact that part of my roll was picking up cash from a number of businesses. In the 6 years I only had to draw my firearm once and that was enough. I never thought of myself as 6ft tall and bullet proof. The very last thing that I wanted to do was drawer my firearm because, once its out, its only going to finish in two ways.

You got me with the KINDNESS challenge! As an artist, I'm creating small cards that I can hand to people throughout the day to thank them for their kindness whatever it might be. I'm very good about verbally expressing it but sometimes you don't have time to do so - I'm kindness means so much in this world today!!

How on Earth did he keep a straight face saying all that in the beginning about his grandmother?!? I spit my drink out everywhere!!

So many lives just completely ruined.. and for what?! It's terrifying. Horrifying. My heart hurts for all the innocent people whos lives have been irrevocably altered.

I literally did that with this pharmacy tech is always unfriendly and never smiles. I noticed her nails and told her how beautiful they looked and she smiled for the first time in the 5 years I've been going there. I was over the moon 🌙 happy!

Your stories about "Grandma" always make me smile. Thanks Bruce.

Tragically, sometimes there is such an utter disregard for human life that I can’t even comprehend it!

Seeing a dead body always has an effect on me. It’s very unsettling especially when people ‘check’ to make sure the job is done.

I remember the day this hit Twitter and people were pouring a lot of energy into putting forward the idea that this was a complicated thing to parse. I don’t see a lot of hope in this world if distort reality to the point where we’re addicted to being upset and in constant confrontation

Bruce is like a dad to so many people with his advice. Really a good person. Thank you for your service.

Today, people seem to have no sense of anger management.

It looks like the boy was trying to dodge away from the shooter and outta fear ran towards him ....sad

Thank you, Bruce! You’re using your platform for good. It’s disturbing to see such anti-social behavior run rampant in our society. Your homework request is an easy practice for all of us to see the humanity in our fellow humans.

I always love it when Bruce gets all wholesome, and then they cut to the hard hitting rap outro.

You mentioned what happened in Maine. The guy had just tried to get help with mental health just weeks prior for having disterbing thoughts about exactly what happened but they kicked him back to the street 2 weeks later. I know from personal experience getting inpatient mental health help is almost impossible in this country.

2 vids on a Friday night?! I’m diggin it! Thanks Michael and Bruce! Y’all rockkkkk love the content!

Best one lately imo Every word of your"sermon " true. I have never had or wanted a gun in my many years until a neighbor antagonized me to the n th degree. I wanted to shoot him I was so mad.I couldn't believe my own anger.But, I was in my yard and he was in his and in a split second I turned and walked away, thank goodness. It was shocking how fast I let anger overtake me over NOTHING. Thank goodness I kept my peace and nothing happened. You are absolutely right- it wasn't worth the consequences. This is a tragedy on replay all over America.

I used to live in a high rise apartment building with my ex partner. A family moved in directly above us and they were so noisy. It sounded like they didn't even have carpet on their floors because we could hear every footstep. Every single night, without fail, they used to drag furniture around (that's what it sounded like anyway) and this would go on for hours. In the daytime there were kids running around, loud bangs like things were being dropped on the floor, doors slamming, etc. Not for one second did me or my partner think about k!lling them over the noise though! If you live in an apartment building, noise is just something that you may have to deal with.

we had neighbors who insisted upon having drunken late night pool parties until 2am. People bouncing on the diving board, laughing, and screaming with music blasting kept us from sleeping. All the neighbors asked them to stop and they basically said "f*ck you". The cops gave them warnings a couple of times to no avail. Fortunately, they moved at the end of the summer.

Hi Bruce! I watch your series every day if I can. I live in Maine not too far from where the horrific shootings happened in Lewiston. I was waiting for you to make comment about it and was happy to come across your RU-vid video. I appreciate your remarks about guns. And I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy watching you and you are a very very intelligent man, that’s for sure. Are used to think defense attorneys were without a conscience, defending somebody who everybody thought was guilty. But I can see how you can defend them. Your knowledge of the law is very impressive. Thanks again for providing some entertainment for the 69-year-old Maine woman. I’ve learned a lot from you. Also, I want to say how much I like the relationship that you and your son Michael have. It’s so evident how much you love each other.

I love your passion for encouraging us to avoid ugliness which can sneak into our lives, guns or no guns. Thanks, Bruce and Michael! 😊 ❤ It's obvious that you care about people!! That makes me smile 😊

Dude brought the gun for a reason. This is two counts of premeditated murder if I've ever seen it.

This one breaks my heart like CRAZY!!!! 😢😢😢😢😢

I love that you guys got to over a mill subs, if anyone deserves this it’s Bruce and Michael, amazing content and genuinely good people

Bruce, I got so excited at 1:59 . Grandma is back! Been wondering what she is up to. Thank god she stopped smoking meth in the basement!! You are the king.

The son was trying to actually run arpund and away. And the father was executed. Yes noise sucks. Yes neighbors in apartments suck. But throwing your life away over it? Hell no.

Michael is truly a genius. I cannot get enough if this channel!!!

I love hearing your breakdowns. You do it with logic and honesty and I've learned a lot about the law from you, thank you!

Appreciate you, Bruce. You're 100% right, as usual. Let's all be safe and remember, the other person's maybe having a bad day... Show kindness, it wins every time.

The poor wife/mom. I can't fathom the devastation she felt finding her loved ones murdered.

I'm sure it's these cases of ego and emotion over logic and patience that keep Bruce in business. It's not just cops that would benefit from more de-escalation training in society/schools. A couple of deep breaths and some personal space could have changed this entire evening and people's lives.

Love your videos! They always have a message. Blunt and straight to the point.

Your personality, son’s input, you tube channel is such a treasure/resource. Should be required viewing for all people. Thank you. Awesome talent and humor. And truly, a role model.

Emotional men with the impulsiveness of a silverback

He then waited at the elevator instead of taking the stairs. So he sat there for 20 to 30 seconds and took the elevator down one flight. There was ongoing complaints because the victims had hardwood floors and walls in these buildings are pretty thin and so are the floors, so he could hear them walking. I think he also may have had dog ears and acute insensitivity to frustration. He did fire fatal shots into both dying victims when they were already on the ground. He fled and was approached by police. He was shot by police after he ran at them with a knife. He is now deceased, and for what.…noise! Also, the shooter was a corrections officer at Riker’s Island.

This may be one of my most favorite episodes. Thank you for being so real!

Thanks, Bruce and Michael - this was a great discussion. The homework is a fabulous idea!

I can only imagine the turmoil that Mom/wife is going through! She is in my prayers

I have a neighbor who recently move into our building above us, and the stomping and kids running around is non stop since they moved in. I’ve tried many times to talk to them about the noise. They’d even lied about kids being in their apartments. I’ve spoken to leasing office, instead they offer me a different location for $100 more on my rent. I declined. Since this unfortunate incident hit the news airwaves, the noise has cease drastically.

You’re 100% correct Bruce: between showing love or violence, love is always the better answer. Keep up the good work, and thank you for educating us.

I love these videos. Interesting legal analysis along with solid life advice

Double upload?? Hell yes! He’s the criminal lawyer! CLR baby!

Great advice coming from a defense attorney! But I mean it! My brother was a cop in LA for 15 years and it took a toll on him. He used to think people were good until he took this job. But people are good and can still be good to one another. Say hello to the stranger on the street, compliment someone you don’t know, get to know your neighbors. Just try to be kind to one another and see what effect it has on your day and theirs. So sad how hateful our society has become.

Thankful for your lessons and kindness! Wishing you both a Happy Thanksgiving!!

As usual, your commentary is wonderful. Thank you. Love the show.

Preach on Bruce! Besides being a great lawyer, you're a great father, and a wonderful role model. Heck, I'm in my 40's and I pay close attention to everything you say. You're a great man all around 👌

I feel bad for the kid's mother. No mom should have to see something like that!

Wow. This video was upsettingly violent. Why are people like this??? This is exactly the reason I live rurally and rarely go anywhere. My best friend and his wife were just gunned down IN THEIR SLEEP on June 30 of this year. They did not survive. They didn't even have any known conflict with their killer. I really fear and dislike people. My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones for this father and son. Thanks for your kind words and advice, Bruce. Many thanks to you and Michael for all you do! This isn't just legal, this is LIFE! Another valuable video, although sad .. I hope it inspires someone who might be hot-headed to think twice. It's just not worth it.

I love the clips and videos that Michael chooses for you to react and comment on. And you are so personable and witty, yet professional, and offer little nuggets of "take it or leave it" life advice. Genuinely enjoy these videos, guys! ❤_

These videos ALWAYS come with the best advice/life lessons. Such a good a great guy. Bruce just genuinely cares about what’s going on in these videos. Here’s the thing….😉….He’s not just hilariously funny and a guy who wants people to do better, but he’s also the real legal deal He’s knows his stuff. I learn something every time. Keep them coming guys!

Seeing Bruce have so much compassion for everyone makes me believe there's hope for this world. Every parent hopes their child betters the world and Bruce's has that in his son running this channel, reaching so many people and sharing his role model with the world.

That wasn't self defense, the guy was walking away....Granted he had scissors, but his back turned... EDIT, I didn't see the whole video....wow....that was entirely uncalled for.....

I love your message about treating others with respect, Bruce.

It feels like a violation of your personal space when you have noisy neighbors. There’s a sense of helplessness/hopelessness especially if you have a vindictive neighbor that’s upset that you’re complaining. Hopeless because you know even if it’s not vindictive the noise will continue in a week because it’s just in their lifestyle/nature and you are just delaying the inevitable, anticipating the rerun of the noise adds to the despair..😞

Reading thru the comments it seems like you're finally getting thru to some people about what is proper self defense and what is murder. Thank you Bruce. You're doing such a good job educating all of us.

He looked like he was waiting for them. The son looks like 12-14. Like wtf dude? If they're walking away, your not under threat. ❤ From Oklahoma

I love your genuine concern. We don't know the history of these neighbors but this is definitely sad.

All I'll say is, having lived in multiple apartments, there are tenants whose noise is NOT just a one time thing. It happens day in and day out. A constant yapping dog, blasting music, yelling/arguing, banging around.. something. Something that happens again, and again, and again, and again. And again. And again. Is it getting annoying to see the word "again" again? I'm done saying that... or am I? Again, and again, and again. Again. Again. Again. Surely it has to be annoying dealing with that. Now imagine that same annoying repetitiveness tomorrow. And the next day. And now you hear it right before bed. And right when you wake up. Even if you try and play your own music or turn on the TV you hear it. Over and over and over still. Again and again and again still. You've called your landlord, they can't do anything. You call the cops, they can't do anything. Eventually, you're gonna start to lose it. I've never gotten violent on someone else in my apartments, or on anyone at all. But one must be able to see how it's possible to lose your mind just enough that there can be that last straw, because your brain is just wrecked and made insane by the constant annoyances that you can't escape in your own home. This could have been an issue spanning a day. Or days. Or weeks. Or very likely months. Affecting them in their own home. Night after night after night after night after night after night, again and again and again and again. And then... someone snaps. I'm just trying to illustrate that this may not have been over "nothing." It could be over something that has been ruining the shooters sanity for a long, long time. You say if it's bad than move, drink scotch or take a walk. 1) Moving right away isn't feasible for many people. Other places may be out of their price range, too far away from where they work, maybe not on a public transportation route. Breaking a lease early can be too expensive with the loss of security deposit and early cancellation fees. It costs money to hire a mover. Maybe they are currently near a relative that they need to help and there's nowhere else close by. 2) Drinking scotch isn't much of an answer. You don't want someone who's annoyed with a gun to DRINK. Scotch is also expensive, maybe they aren't a drinker maybe they are in AA. Maybe they can't drink because they have work soon. 3) Taking a walk may not work because it could be a very dangerous area either because of criminals or there are not good walking options - some areas don't have sidewalks or parks. Maybe it's far too cold or far too hot out to walk. Maybe they just came from work and are far too exhausted to walk. They may have been on their feet all day. And really... doing a walk every time your neighbor is noisy? The noise can last for hours - they're supposed to walk for hours every single day in the freezing cold, late at night, in dangerous conditions... with only HOPE that when they return the neighbors will stop?

Senseless violence smh

Thanks again, Bruce for not only entertaining us, but also for sharing your wisdom from your perspective as a defense attorney, and a father and just a good human being in general. It’s not often someone has the ability to both crack you up and make a difference in your personal level of awareness about serious life issues. I never feel like you’re “preaching“, the world needs more people like you, because Lord knows, there are plenty of people, including those who have a huge RU-vid platform who seek only to entertain us, and nothing more. So please keep doing what you’re doing, I watch every video you put out. Thanks again!

😊 here is a smile for you. I appreciate your level head and compassion.

This actually shocked me, the way he went on to kill the second person is beyond evil to me

You can preach all day and I'll be here listening intently and taking it all to heart. This was absolutely brutal, senseless, and heartbreaking.

Talking about making someone smile. When I first started at Walmart maybe was 2nd or 3rd year i bought a few packs of kids Valentine cards. Few i put names on that I talked to mostly. Rest i just put my name inside and gave out. There was one older man that always frowned and scared me little ( im very shy back then i barely talked to anyone) i loved everyone even if i didn't trust many people. Still love everyone and dont trust many. Well when i gave the guy a valentine card i swear the room got so bright from his smile. I always heard a smile can brighten up your day. I believed that saying after that. Thank you for this video and hope other people learn anger is not way to settle anything and walk away. Love everyone from Sanford Florida

He didn't want to spend the rest of his life in jail, so he choose to pass away by cop. But I digress. I'm in the same situation right now with my upstairs neighbors. My landlord says there's nothing she can do and says we should call the police. I haven't because I think it would just escalate the situation. Seeing this, and knowing me ( and how crazy people these days are) like Bruce said, it's time to move. Great commentary Bruce ❤ Ps. According to the New York Post, the suspect was a former corrections officer.

Bruce and Michael, believe it or not watching these soothes my anxiety in times of stress and I just wanted to thank you for your channel and awesome commentary despite the crazy world we live in. Thank you both. 🙏

There was an experiment done on mice that put them in small enclosures similar to apartments. The mice had everything they could need, but the expermiment still failed . In the end, the mice ended up tearing each other apart. Humans are not meant to be stacked on top of each other.

Preach on, Bruce! I hope the young men are listening. ❤️

Great to hear your Grandma is doing good. Thanks for the update

Apple pie??! A flower??! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣🤣Ultimate midwestern response🤣🤣

Fun Fact: Prison is loud...

Bruce , you’re one of my favorite RU-vid personalities. So informative. Thank you .

Honestly brother you explain and say everything in the best way most honest way and also have the most humorous way love your podcast

Dude who shot definitely isa lose cannon, other dude was walking away with his back turned and then he executed him

I absolutely love this attorney, He's funny as shiz...U could listen to his commentary all day long!

Love your wisdom…doesn’t feel like preaching! I have tried making people smile since childhood!

Thanks again Bruce for your explanation.

The uncensored video is horrifying. The poor son bleeding out, slowly slumping off the wall. You can see his execution style shots physically move the bodies. Insane that something like this arises from something so trivial

A double episode evening?!? ❤ Well I’m super impressed and grateful as well 🎉

Mr. Rivers has provided me -through this video, sound life advice on how to better address conflict. Thank you!

Bruce made me smile today. With his message. But also with these cool reading glasses!

The tueller rule which is what you reference is based on how long Tueller, who was a training officer in Utah or something like that, thought it took his guys to draw, aim and effectively fire on target, he thought at minimum it was 1.5 seconds and that's how long you can travel in 21 feet and strike. 21 feet is surprisingly far which is the whole point of the rule, you aren't safe just because the other guy is a few paces away. Edit: And these are trained officers drawing and firing, if you don't have a gun or aren't trained you just need to know that somebody can cover that distance incredibly quickly and catch you off guard.

This was horrifying and heartbreaking. Thank you for breaking it down and thank you for saying what needs to be said. If this makes even one person think twice and a life is saved it's worth every second of this video. I feel so so bad for that wife and mother. Thank you for sharing this Bruce ❤

Actually seeing the video made the tragedy more real. Felt invested. Watching the woman and kid was heartbreaking.

You are such a good man. You’re advice is what folks of all ages need to hear right now. You’re genuine and realistic in your advice, you’re cool as hell, and you can connect with people of all walks of life. Using your platform to spit truth while also being hilarious is the best. Thanks for the great content.

I can’t agree more about trying to make someone else smile. A little kindness and courtesy towards other people costs you nothing, and can enrich your life immeasurably. If nothing else it might help lower your blood pressure. ❤

Watching him shoot the son who’s going to try and save his dad from being shot absolutely broke me….

Please continue with the Polly Anna attitude -we certainly need it in this country!! Thanks to Michael and Bruce for covering this❤️❤️❤️

I agree with you. You can spread kindness and not hate. For years, I have made and gave away jewelry to people I’ve never met in person except on FB or my RU-vid channel. The messages of thanks and blessings makes it all worth while. You can spread Joy and Hope even with a card or note. Love to you and your son!😊❤️

What a colossal mess! OMG, you're so right, Bruce. All that death, for nothing! So sad for the all loved ones impacted by this.