S. Tahoe businessman draws gun on suspect

An argument on private property escalated to the point a gun was drawn Saturday morning.

South Lake Tahoe police officers said John Runnels saw a guy walk across his auto lot at the Y and then they got into an argument. Then the suspect allegedly shoved Runnels to the ground.

Runnels, who has a concealed weapons permit, pulled his gun. The suspect fled.

Runnels called 911.

A description of the suspect has not been released. He is wanted on a battery charge.

— Lake Tahoe News staff report