[TigersEye]

Matthews, who is black, questioned why the shooter waited until Ja'Quares -- whom Matthews described as a "tall, skinny black kid" -- was standing at his car to pull his own gun.

I can think of two good reasons. One, perhaps he's not a lunatic who starts shooting at people before he's sure what the situation is. Two, when you feel threatened it's not a good idea to give away what your main defense is until it's time to employ it.

"I'm a black man and I'm pulling the gun before he gets to my car," Matthews said.

You said it, Matthews, not me.

[Eagles6]

3. Perhaps he let he guard down, thinking that he was in a civilized community and when confronted with a deadly threat reacted in an appropriate manner saving the life of the young lady and himself.