Earlier this month, a driver in Columbus, Ohio, allegedly tried to run over three people who were standing on the lawn of a home after an argument.
However, one of the driver's alleged targets had a gun, and the victim was right.
“Let this be a lesson to you: Don't bring your car to a gunfight.”
police said Alexander Oglesby, 32, allegedly used his vehicle as a weapon and drove his vehicle onto the road in an attempt to strike three victims after an argument in the 1800 block of No. Bixby Road around 2 a.m. on Oct. 5. I kicked him out.”
Police added: “Tire tracks at the scene indicate that Mr. Oglesby drove toward the victims, who were in the grass in front of his home approximately 40 yards away. One of the victims, Oglesby said, acted in self-defense. He fired at him and hit him,” he added. Mr. Oglesby, he was taken to an area hospital and treated for his injuries. ”
Police said Oglesby was charged with three felonies and taken to the Franklin County Jail. According to the prison recordOglesby remained in jail Tuesday.
Police also said anyone with information about the incident was asked to contact Columbus Police Felony Assault Detectives. Reffitt #222 at 614-645-4323 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477) – Callers can remain anonymous.
What is the reaction of observers?
A small number of commenters under WCMH-TV's Facebook post about the incident were fully supportive of the person who pulled the trigger.
- One commenter said, “Yeah, guns are the problem.” noticed Ironically.
- Another user: “Let this be a lesson.” warned With your tongue firmly in your cheek. “Don't bring your car to a gunfight.”
- Another commenter said, “Gun grabbers hate stories like this.” declared.
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