Steve, I agree with you, if the trucker was using his vehicle as a weapon to harm the cyclist, then said cyclist has the riqht to protect him self with what ever means availiable. The only part of the story that doesn't make since is the shots being fired point blank. Sounds like the driver pulled up next to the cyclist, that being the case the shoot doesn't sound justified. I have had a few brush backs while cycling as has everyone, the rage builds so fast, I am glad I didn't have a gun!