Peoples used his car to block Rogers from leaving the bank in his vehicle. That's when Rogers exited his car and allegedly pointed the gun in Peoples’ face. Peoples then used a takedown maneuver he learned in basic training.
The suspect's weapon turned out to be an authentic-looking replica of a handgun.
Peoples says the incident was nothing compared to his time fighting in Iraq. “It was a piece of cake. I still got that adrenaline rush. After the adrenaline leaves you, you shake a little bit, but it was nothing like some of the attacks I've gone through. It was one guy. I think it was a little unfair…he should have brought a partner.”
Sheriff Knight says anyone without law enforcement or military training should not attempt what Peoples did.
Another money quote.