[Which reminds me the following two items are from todays NY Times.]
Pressed on Shooting, Giuliani Steps Up Criticism of Unarmed Man
By Eric Lipton
[snip]
Look. This case is very simple. The undercover police tried to buy dope from Dorismond. He resisted. That is obstruction of the police in the lawful performance of their duties, a criminal offense in any jurisdiction.
So, police officer Vasquez shot him dead. Perfectly justifiable.
Can't you see things Giuliani's way?