" Pellet guns were considered weapons when I was young (50-60s.)"

So shooting someone with an airgun is the same as shooting someone with a pistol? A twelve year old boy?


"I never had one, nor did I know anyone who did"

Really? No plastic guns for playing war with your mates? Hmmm.

" How does the officer know if it is real ?"

Good point. Blast his brains out, just in case. HE WAS TWELVE.

The police were scared and this impairs their judgement. They see a threat where there is none and innocent people die. Face it, guns mean many live in fear.