Rush To Judgment
Not sure why this thread was entered. Reading a newspaper article and then taking everything in it at face value is some irresponsible in the first place. Trying to judge a clerk for the reported actions is somewhat irresponsible; too many missing facts. The idea that if someone commits a crime and runs, anyone chasing them, perhaps to get a vehicle description/plate #, etc., escalates the crime is neither reasonable nor logical. If the idea of the post is to inform readers of legal ramifications of some act they might commit, there are too many states represented to conclude what the law is where the reader lives. If for any reason you use deadly force, the only advise I would offer is, get the names and telephone numbers of any witnesses, do not discuss the incident with anyone except the first police officer on the scene, give the officer the basic facts then say "I did not want to shoot, but was in fear for my life. Now I want an attorney." Under no circumstances should you talk to a reporter. If you are going to carry a weapon, you should have already decided on a competent law firm.
John
Charlotte, NC