The video is presented as a lesson for defenders, as is the mission of the Active Self Protection channel and organization. Yes, it would be better to have more context to explain what caused the altercation in the first place and there are some things we don't see -- such as the actions of the clerks.
However, it is also a lesson for perps. One should never brandish a weapon for intimidation purposes. Never. That action by the perp turned a verbal argument into a gunfight. For that reason, I see the clerk's actions justified (in the given context). It remains to be seen however, if the local DA or a jury agrees.
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