Steve Foley's blood alcohol level was 3 times the legal limit - his erratic driving caught the attention of an off duty officer. Shot 3 times in the leg when he approached the cop - while reaching into his pants (maybe he had jock itch?). The cop fired a warning shot first.
Since 1999, he had been arrested at least 5 times, including cases that police say involved alcohol and confrontations with officers (previously convicted of DUI).
Prosecutors are also requesting a sample of his blood in an attempt to detect steroid use (roid rage).
I'm no Sherlock Holmes, but I don't suspect any racism here.
