Did you guys read about this?

Yep. I'm sure there will be a follow-up story. To quote someone here, "You do not have the right to not be offended." Was it a wise decision? Absolutely not. Did the suspect break any laws? I'm not so sure, maybe our LE personnel here would better know that answer.
 
I admit I could be wrong on this one but I’m not sure he actually broke a law. Really dumb move and he’s lucky someone didn’t take him out but unless Walmart specifically prohibits firearms on their premises and unless he made specific threats I’m not certain he is guilty of anything other than being a dumb-arse. Not the time for such stupid actions (never is but definitely not now). Glad the fireman was there and didn’t hesitate to act.
 
J-man said:
I admit I could be wrong on this one but I’m not sure he actually broke a law. Really dumb move and he’s lucky someone didn’t take him out but unless Walmart specifically prohibits firearms on their premises and unless he made specific threats I’m not certain he is guilty of anything other than being a dumb-arse. Not the time for such stupid actions (never is but definitely not now). Glad the fireman was there and didn’t hesitate to act.
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I agree. In open carry states one can carry an AR-15 in public. There are no laws I know of that does not prohibit civilians from wearing body armor or tactical vests.
 
J-man said:
I admit I could be wrong on this one but I’m not sure he actually broke a law. Really dumb move and he’s lucky someone didn’t take him out but unless Walmart specifically prohibits firearms on their premises and unless he made specific threats I’m not certain he is guilty of anything other than being a dumb-arse. Not the time for such stupid actions (never is but definitely not now). Glad the fireman was there and didn’t hesitate to act.
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If he kept it on the shoulder at all times, (or at least kept it pointing upwards if switching shoulders, I'd agree about breaking a law. However, if he even looked like he took it off and was entering firing position (i.e. levels it out), then, to me at least, it becomes a threat if he says anything or not. At the least it becomes Brandishing.
 
The Sound Guy said:
If he kept it on the shoulder at all times, (or at least kept it pointing upwards if switching shoulders, I'd agree about breaking a law. However, if he even looked like he took it off and was entering firing position (i.e. levels it out), then, to me at least, it becomes a threat if he says anything or not. At the least it becomes Brandishing.
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A news article stated he was pushing a buggy.
 
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