Florida Man Shoots and Kills Home Intruder at 2AM After Duo Storm House
A home invasion in the early morning hours of April 16 ended when a St. Petersburg resident opened fire on two intruders, fatally injuring one while the other fled the scene.
According to a press release from the St. Petersburg Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. at a residence located at 3401 40th Street North. Two unidentified men forcibly entered the home. In response, the homeowner used a firearm to defend himself, striking one of the suspects.
The wounded suspect, later identified as 20-year-old Marcel James Williams of St. Petersburg, was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The second suspect fled before officers arrived and has not yet been identified or apprehended.
Authorities have confirmed that the case remains under active investigation. No charges have been announced against the homeowner at this time.
According to a press release from the St. Petersburg Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. at a residence located at 3401 40th Street North. Two unidentified men forcibly entered the home. In response, the homeowner used a firearm to defend himself, striking one of the suspects.
The wounded suspect, later identified as 20-year-old Marcel James Williams of St. Petersburg, was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The second suspect fled before officers arrived and has not yet been identified or apprehended.
Authorities have confirmed that the case remains under active investigation. No charges have been announced against the homeowner at this time.
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