A text I just got from a guy who knew the deceased well:
'Said he'd been having problems with stands and cameras getting stolen and all. It was his 1st year with the place. From what I understand, he was in a ladder or climber when he was shot.'
Dammit all....
Well if that is the case a pistol would not have helped since I am sure he was armed if he was in his stand. Damn low life thugs.