ANDERSON, Ind. – A recent shooting in downtown Anderson has been deemed a case of self-defense,according to local authorities. The incident, which occurred on the evening of July 8th, involved a 51-year-old local businessman who was attacked while walking along 9th Street.
The businessman, reportedly participating in a Pokémon-style scavenger hunt on his phone, was suddenly ambushed by 40-year-old Michael Piercy. Piercy, who was homeless, punched the businessman in the face and stole his cell phone. In response, the victim pulled out his gun and shot Piercy in a nearby parking lot, just a few hundred feet from the Madison County Courthouse. Piercy was pronounced dead at an Anderson hospital.
Madison County Prosecutor Rodney Cummings stated that the shooter has not been arrested and that no criminal charges are expected to be filed. “Everything that’s been presented to me looks like a very strong self-defense case,” said Cummings.
Indiana law permits individuals to use deadly force to protect themselves or their property if they believe they are in danger of serious injury or death. This incident appears to fit within those legal boundaries, as Piercy had not only attacked the businessman but had also allegedly threatened several other people in the area prior to the shooting.
Piercy had a history of criminal behavior, with at least 10 convictions in Henry County since 2001, including battery, burglary, and possession of meth. He was most recently released from custody in April.
The prosecutor emphasized the tragic nature of the incident but noted that the businessman acted in self-defense. “This is one where somebody defended themselves, and it probably would have been a much worse situation had he not had a gun,” Cummings remarked.
The case remains under investigation, and Anderson Police are still seeking any additional information from the public. FAFO.
It’s hard to hear someone loses their life over the thieft of a cell phone . wish there was a body cam for this one. I just hope he didn’t shoot the guy in the back running away, and that his response was proportional to the threat . Concealed carry comes with great responsibility I too cary and would hate to be put in that situation.
This is the fault of the judges who let the A**hole out 10 times to prey on society.
Our hero should receive TAX FREE STATUS for life and the keys to the city from a grateful populace for preventing the next judge from releasing the turd to continue victimizing the citizens
The Businessman was a Democrat, and his brother was the Police Chief? Suppose the businessman had a MAGA shirt on?
You may have seen a new(ish) acronym: FAFO.
It stands for F*ck Around, Find Out.
Problem solved. Problem stays solved!
Love a story with a happy ending. Way to clean up the streets, he is a threat no more!!!!!
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