[marktwain]

This was an armed robbery setup from the start. It did not work out well for the robbers.

[riverrunner]

The robbery victim who fired a shot was a legal gun owner in another state and had a license to carry the weapon from one state to another. He was released without any charges.

Retired LEO ?

Carrying under HR218?

[Chad C. Mulligan]

I've been through South Peoria. Kept the doors locked the whole time.

Guy was very wise to armed.

[Clutch Martin]

There are a few police departments around that offer their parking lot as a place to conduct these types of sales. I think that’s a pretty good idea because this isn’t the first time something like this has happened, and even though it was a failed attempt, it does happen often enough to take notice.

[A_perfect_lady]

I love a happy ending!

[Semper Vigilantis]

1, Never shop on Fakebook.

2. Never bring cash to strangers in an alley.

3. Don’t shop on Fakebook.

I too always meet customers at either The Courthouse or The Sheriff’s Offices/County Jail. AND I am always armed - visibly and concealed.

[Chickensoup]

Always meet marketplace buyers at your credit union or bank lobby. Do the financ transaction there too.

[ProtectOurFreedom]

I always go to dark alleys at night to buy my cars from strangers. That’s where the very best deals are to be found.

[ridesthemiles]

GUARANTEED episode for CHICAGO PD.