Journalism at work:
her 18-year-old son to by a car from them, but instead, police say, they pulled guns and took the son's car.
This ought to be simple.
Was this actually her car she shot the dude in? I'm guessing it is if the guy is being charged with armed robbery.
He had a gun. He was in possession of her property. Ought to pretty much be case closed.
Granted - you DO have to investigate what's said since people lie. But should be straightforward if the story we're getting is correct.