Pharmacist Cleared in Self-Defense Shooting

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Posted: 11:30 AM Sep 12, 2007
Last Updated: 9:16 PM Sep 12, 2007
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A pharmacist who shot and killed a robber last month has been cleared of any wrongdoing.

On Wednesday morning, District Attorney Nola Foulston's office released a report detailing what happened. To see the entire report, click on the Salyer document above.

Investigators say Alexander Mies pulled a gun on a worker at Salyer Pharmacy at 21st and Broadway on Saturday, August 25. Mies entered the store with a bandage over part of his face, exposing just one eye. He asked to pick up a prescription under an alias name. Mies then pulled out a handgun and pointed at a pharmacist.

Another pharmacist, Tom Lundberg, reached for a shotgun behind the counter. Police say he ordered Mies to drop the gun, but when Mies didn't, Lundberg fired once, hitting the robber in the head.

No customers were inside at the time - just three employees. A delivery worker arrived in the middle of the holdup.

Investigators ruled the shooting as a simple case of self-defense.

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Posted by: Roger Location: Derby on Sep 17, 2007 at 01:17 PM
I would like to address The jayhawk from lawrence when I say clearly you have been been in this type of danger so why would you question what he did. Who cares if he only pushed on alarm . You are stupid.

Posted by: Cindi Location: Wichita on Sep 13, 2007 at 09:51 AM
By law you have to shoot to kill. If you pull your gun you have to feel that your life is endangered. By shooting him in the leg the pharm could of been charged. If you do not like the law then fight to get it changed.

Posted by: Anonymous on Sep 13, 2007 at 08:23 AM
Hooray for justice. One less worthless scum has gone.

Posted by: The flip side Location: Wichita on Sep 12, 2007 at 04:52 PM
The flip side, there are those who's hearts are aching from the loss of a son, grandson, brother, uncle and husband. Thinking when someone is shooting at your head they are shooting to kill. Those that knew Alex understand what I am saying. Can this be put to rest already? There are those that are hurting enough why keep being reminded that this killing is "justified"?

Posted by: jayhawk Location: lawrence on Sep 12, 2007 at 04:33 PM
It says pharmacist one hit the alarm after the robber was shot. What happened to hitting the alarm when they realized they were being robbed? And why did the pharmacist aim for the head? Still a tragic situation for all involved.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Wichita on Sep 12, 2007 at 12:28 PM
The LTC facility I work for has the pleaseure of working closely with Tom. He is very honest and kind, I'm sure he only did what he had to when he felt his life and the lives of his employees was in danger. Can't say I wouldn't do the same thing if ever in that situation.

Posted by: James Location: winfield on Sep 12, 2007 at 12:20 PM
This is the proper ruling ; the rest of you meth-heads take notice.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Wichita on Sep 12, 2007 at 11:54 AM
And justice prevails again!