An SF judge granted pretrial diversion to a man arrested with a loaded pistol, ordering a gun safety course and a “reflective essay.” Thirty-six days later, he allegedly murdered someone with a shotgun.

An SF judge granted pretrial diversion to a man arrested with a loaded pistol, ordering a gun safety course and a “reflective essay.” Thirty-six days later, he allegedly murdered someone with a shotgun. https://t.co/9e2JlW6bte pic.twitter.com/BIau4EtAZz

— Garry Tan (@garrytan) February 24, 2026