Before additional help arrived, Officer Basnett approached Swindler's car and asked for identification. Without warning, Swindler pulled a revolver and shot Basnett twice in the chest. Basnett, who was standing beside the car, returned fire before collapsing, slightly wounding Swindler.
Before additional assistance arrived, Officer Basnett approached Swindler's car and requested identification. Without warning, Swindler drew a pistol and shot Basnett twice in the chest. Basnett, who was standing near the vehicle, retaliated before collapsing, sustaining minor wounds from Swindler's gunfire.