I posted the Diallo story as I know it. If I am wrong, I am wrong. But I never heard any other version besides the "fled, reached into pocket" storyline.
And the 41 shots from several officers who feared for their own lives (remember they were looking for an armed rapist) is not in the least bit surprising.
You're right, he ran into his building after the cops yelled. They had him cornered with guns drawn and
he was not threatening. There was no reason to shoot the guy, reports of an armed rapist notwithstanding.