Even if that's true, it seemed he had a gun, possibly even shot at them. Witness accounts vary. But everyone has a right to defend themselves, even "pigs."

I certainly won't be shedding any tears for this murdering bastard getting gunned down by the cops.

Don't want to get shot by the cops? Don't get in a shootout with the cops. Doesn't guarantee results, but following this advice will drastically increase the likelihood of not getting shot.