[Ghost of SVR4]

If Brown was fleeing an officer, who has warned him to stop, the officer would be justified even if he shot him in the back.

What?

[DannyTN]

"What?"

They can use deadly force to stop a perp from fleeing. Even a citizen can in Tennessee. It might be hard to prove that you gave fair warning. But if you can, it's legal.

And I would think doubly so in the case of a 6'4" 292 pound perp who had already assaulted an officer. Because it's just too risky to go tackle him.

[DannyTN]

If Brown had his hands up surrendering, there would be no justification. But if Brown was fleeing the cop would be justified. If Brown was charging, the cop would be justified.

[SeaHawkFan]

See my post #80

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/3194143/posts?page=80#80