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I had a similar situation with some "rednecks" near my home without the mutilations. The fortunate thing is they are usually to scared to follow through with any threats. Your's may be to stupid to realize thier threats are on record so in your case I would get a restraining order ASAP! The judge will set a boundry around your property and person that is well defined. If that boundry is broken, especially with the circumstances of this case, they will go away quickly. Furthermore, with a restraining order in place and the violent nature of the offender any confrontation with a shotgun will appear as very justifiable.
As for self defence on your premise, a gas operated shot gun is very controllable. If you spend the $ on a good 20 guage your wife might even like shooting it. Another over looked home defense gun is a lever action rifle in 38/357 or 44sp/44mag. They are very easy to shoot well indoors and out. Far easier than a pistol for a new shooter. Loaded with good personal protection ammo you would be very well defended. Make sure you discuss the importance of identifying your target positively prior to shooting. With that thought in mind buy a tactical flashlight for both you and your wife. A good tactical light will blind any intruder, positively identify them and give you the upper hand at getting the first shot in.
You may wish to make sure your OP reflects the actual events not what you might have been feeling. They threatened you in front of the police, not the opposite. Make sure what happened in the forest was actual and not just felt.
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