The longer the narrative persists (and grows) the worse it will be should it collapse.
If the physical evidence points to Brown charging the police officer, it’s going to present a very difficult choice for a lot of people ...
Naw, that's easy. Yes, he was at the convenience store but was only laying upon hands to the non-Christian owner. He was only walking in the middle of the street to explain to his wayward friend the good in walking the straight and narrow in this life. He tried to lay hands upon the racist officer but the actions were misunderstood. As he sadly turned his back to the officer and peacefully walked away, gunfire erupted. Slowly, the gentle unarmed angel turned around and held out his arms to explain and beg understanding.