As I stated up thread, this could be anything from a tragic, but lawful and justified use of deadly force, to a criminal act.
That said, I have seen nothing in the press that leads me to believe that anything other than a full investigation is underway, and that the investigation itself will be fully vetted by a host of people, not the least of whom will certainly be the base commander at Pendleton, a range of private lawyers and every tom dick and harry on the internet.
But let me answer one of your questions, again, even though you refuse to answer mine. “Does this not seem suspect?” No, it seems like the almost inevitable confusion that must, almost inevitably it seems, surround such a bizarre event. What I find suspect is the extraordinary cynicism that immediately indicts a deputy in the conspicuous absence of any real information.
So what? What is your point? I gather that you think that there is some sort of cover up/conspiracy or some other malfeasance on the part of the department and/or the deputy.
Question: Is it not possible for law enforcement agencies to deceive or twist a version of events to fit, in order to avoid career damage/criminal penalties and or extremely costly litigation?
Well?
Whats that? Be specific and I will answer in short order.
Bizarre event?
You keep implying this is some complex, confusing incident or conspiracy involving all kinds of stuff. Ya got an UNARMED marine who was shot to death at close range through the driver side window..With two passengers in the vehicle.
To be honest, the only smoke, possible deception, distraction and confusion I see, are from your own comments.