Higher Resolution Images Show Philando Castile Handgun at Scene of Shooting… It appears the girlfriend’s statements are falling apart. The girlfriend said the gun was never out yet it appears you can see it on the seat. Also her attorney told her to STFU. Other potential issues with hat, glasses, cigarette numbering. Per the radio there was probable cause to pull them over and it was not due to a broken taillight as claimed by the girlfriend. Still waiting on whether the gun was legally purchased and whether Castile actually had a gun permit or not. If the gun was where it appears to be on the seat next to him and the officers thought he was a robbery suspect Castile going for the gun or appearing to, you can see why the officer reacted by shooting Castile.
