I can think of only one instance in law that allows shooting a fleeing suspect and that is if the shooter believes the person could continue their criminal activity and be a danger to others.
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That’s what I thought, too, but I’m pretty sure that wasn’t used in the trial. I don’t know if that’s particular to South Carolina law or not.
I did a CWP in SC and I don’t recall having that situation as part of the law. In CO that item is part of the law. It was even tested recently to the satisfaction of the shooter. He shot a fleeing suspect from a home invasion. Got off.