[QUOTE=bigggbbruce;139664462]In the private sector it could be considered murder because you could flee instead of engaging.

RUNNING AWAY doesn't jive with your handle, more like that character in the Soprano's. He successfully defended his partner from what he reasonably felt was life threatening.
Flee and leave your partner with a rifle aimed at him??? I don't think too many people would want you backing them up. (going with the info provided). Point a gun a someone armed, what do you expect??? Suicide by police???