Originally Posted by Bart

Yes. It was a military base with an active operational airfield that the driver breached. This is a very serious incident, and the rules of engagement are usually pretty clear. Lethal force is usually authorized.

I don't know all the details, and I don't know what other facts were known to the gate guard or security police as the incident unfolded. Could very well be that the guard immediately recognized that deadly force was not necessary or appropriate. If so, then kudos to that troop for being on the ball. If the guard was confused or hesitant, then I take the opposite stance and would hope that someone pulls this kid aside and straightens out his weak approach towards security.

Security at military air bases and airfields are very strict. Or at least they used to be.