[JimRed]

Gail said he saw Brendon raise his arm in his direction; he thought Brendon had a gun. But police later searched the car and didn't find a weapon.

That's why you keep a cheap throwaway around, which you've never handled without gloves (the ammo as well).

[stormer]

Yeah, that’s a good idea - compound the crime by obstructing justice and perjury. Believing the shooting is justified despite the mistake of thinking the thief was armed is one thing, but actively engaging in behavior that demonstrates a consciousness of guilt is quite another. Are you that dishonest in other aspects of your life as well?