[Ghost of Philip Marlowe]

And keep in mind that if you shoot someone in the back who is running away, you’re going to have a tough time selling that it was “self defense.”

[USNBandit]

That isn't legal for the police, either. To shoot a fleeing suspect, police have to have some reason to believe that the suspect will pose a further direct danger to the public.

An example would be a bank robber that shoots up the bank during the robbery. The suspect has a demonstrated willingness to use violence in his crime.

[erman]

And keep in mind that if you shoot someone in the back who is running away, you’re going to have a tough time selling that it was “self defense.”

Really? I will never have that problem, cause I live in Texas and if my property or person is in danger, then the burglar is dead where he/she/it stands or crawls.... in fact my neighbor can kill someone on my property if he sees that burglars are stealing from me.

I agree with the earlier posts... give your name, be polite but don't say anything except I want a lawyer...period. No statement, no "I'm sorry he's dead", nothing. "I WANT A LAWYER, NOW... PLEASE." Then shut your cake hole till one shows up.