It Would Seem a "Thank You" is in Order

Sheriff’s Office detectives said they won’t seek charges against Keith Gray for the following reasons:

Bates, armed with a shotgun, had threatened Gray’s mother
Bates aimed the shotgun at Gray as he chased Bates
Although not armed when shot, Gray had no way of knowing whether David Bates had an additional weapon when he approached Gray after the vehicle chase

"Won't seek charges"? Aside from the fact that it would be political suicide for the sheriff if he did, I'm wondering why they don't go the extra step of giving Gray a commendation and a cash reward.

Police at "buybacks" hand out "gift certificates" for getting a "gun off the streets." How much more is getting a predator off the streets worth?

[Via Chris Horton]