The cyclist is actually a stand up guy, both Melalvai and I know him. In fact, he's a local LBS owner and he was a block from his shop when this guy cut him off. The cyclist slapped the back of the van to let him know he nearly hit him. The motorist came back, got out of his van, pointed the gun at him and threatened to kill him. Then, he struck him with the gun and sped off. The police arrested him the same evening. I have no doubt the cyclist was in no way at fault, he's a full time commuter with good bicycling skills.