Andre Dubus wrote “Killings” in 1979. Richard murdered Matt’s son. Matt took it upon himself to serve justice for his son, and family, by killings Richard. There’s no argument that the killing of Richard was justified. But, why didn’t Matt leave his destiny to the court systems? Is there justice in the justice system? Richard, for the time being, was a “free” man. He was able to walk to streets, go to the local bars, etc. But, didn’t Richard just murder a man? Yes. So, why isn’t he in jail? That’s the same question Matt asked himself everyday. Matt’s son, Frank, lost his life because of Richard. Later in the story, Richard talks about how we will go to jail, and be an old man if he were ever to get out. So, why isn’t the justice system