Mel,
I haven't heard about that case here in Florida, but will check some of the online newspapers for it. Florida law is clear in stating that if an intruder is in your house, you can shoot him. There have been several cases where the perp was shot in the back as he was leaving and as far as I know, none have been prosecuted. Dade County (Miami), however, is another country and I wouldn't want to try it down there.
Robert