A homeowner in Chicago’s Belmont Cragin neighborhood shot an alleged intruder shortly before 1:00 p.m. on Labor Day.
The 26-year-old homeowner was at home when the alleged intruder entered the premises, ABC 7 reported. The 26-year-old shot at the alleged intruder, striking him twice in the chest.
The alleged intruder fled the scene but collapsed and was found nearby.
WGN-TV noted that the alleged intruder was 35 years old. He was rushed to a hospital in critical condition.
Neighborhood resident Andre Davis told WGN-TV, “For the most part, this block is generally pretty peaceful. But it definitely hits close to home. I don’t know what happened to the offender. That’s what happens, though. People are at a point where they are protecting themselves.”
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