In Texas you have the right to persue the thief to recover property. The use of deadly force can be used if any other force or action would put the victim in danger. Since these kide were being chased by the victim and they refused to stop, the car chase was puting both parties plus the public in danger. It could be argued the victim had no other recourse, tht is, here in Texas. Hell, the store owner would not even had been arrested down here.
With the stupidity of teenagers,I'm glad I don't live in Texas. I'd be dodging bullets all the day long.
It's ridiculous to be chasing people with guns blasting over small stolen goods. Most people have insurance to cover their losses.
Oh, I doubt he'd get a slap on the back for attempted murder. In what part of Texas do you think the cops would give him a pass?
The best this fool might hope for is a no bill.
I think there is a law against discharging a gun on or over a road.