An Oklahoma man is facing charges after allegedly shooting the husband of a woman he had been dating during a confrontation in a parking lot. Micah Hill, 21, told police that he shot the victim twice because he “couldn’t do anything unless I shot him,” according to a probable cause affidavit.
The Confrontation
The incident occurred on Tuesday in the parking lot of Biomat USA Plasma Center in Edmond, Oklahoma, where Hill was with his girlfriend.
Police say that Hill and the victim had a history of tension, with the husband previously spitting in Hill’s face and threatening him. Hill claimed that the husband confronted him outside the plasma center while his girlfriend was inside.
Hill told investigators that he “felt scared” sitting in the car and decided to exit with a pistol. According to Hill, the husband became hostile and lunged at him, prompting Hill to fire two shots in self-defense. After the shooting, Hill allegedly told witnesses that the husband had approached him and caused the confrontation.
The Aftermath
A 911 caller from inside the plasma center described the dramatic scene unfolding outside. “A gentleman walked in and was yelling ‘Help, help, I need help. He shot me. He shot me,'” the caller stated. Another witness, Jacob McDonald, told reporters that the victim “collapsed and doubled over” after stumbling into the building with a gunshot wound to his back.
Hill, who remained at the scene, reportedly explained to bystanders that the shooting was in response to the husband’s aggression.
Charges and Self-Defense Claim
Hill has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the shooting. He allegedly claimed self-defense during questioning by police. Authorities are now investigating the circumstances of the altercation to determine whether Hill’s actions were justified.
The incident highlights the tragic consequences of escalating confrontations and the use of violence in response to threats. Micah Hill’s actions are now under scrutiny as he faces serious charges, and the case raises questions about the boundaries of self-defense in situations of perceived danger.
