Springfield restaurant owner allegedly assaulted, pointed gun at teens accused of walking out on check

A Springfield restaurant owner allegedly assaulted and pointed a gun at teenagers accused of leaving without paying their bill. The owner stated that pointing the firearm was an act of self-defense.
The restaurant owner said pointing the gun was an act of self-defense.
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