OAKLAND, Calif. - The owner of an Oakland jewelry shop thought alleged robbers were customers trying to sell gold before a wild shootout left two suspects dead, according to court records.

Owner thought suspects were trying to make a sale

What we know:

The confrontation unfolded Sept. 10 around 7:45 p.m. at Eddy Cash 4 Gold, 7114 International Blvd., when five people arrived to make a sale, the owner told authorities. According to Yelp, the business closes at 7:30 p.m.

Court documents say the owner unlocked the door and was overwhelmed by the armed suspects, and attacked. The owner's cousin was also attacked.

Attack sparks gunfight

Dig deeper:

That's when the owner opened fire, retreated into his office, and a chaotic shootout followed. When it was over, two suspects were shot d

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