A homeowner shot a trespasser in their backyard around 237th Avenue and Mohave Street early Sunday morning. (Photo: AZ family)
Homeowner Opens Fire on Intruder in Buckeye Backyard, Leaves Suspect Critically Injured
In Buckeye, Arizona, a homeowner shot a trespasser in their backyard around 237th Avenue and Mohave Street early Sunday morning. Buckeye Police found a man leaving the property with his hands up after receiving allegations of a shooting. Officers detained and searched the residence and found a bleeding man in the backyard who had been shot in the chest. The injured person was quickly taken to the hospital and is in severe condition.
Investigators said the doorbell woke the homeowner and family, who were asleep. After failing to find anyone in the front, the homeowner went back after hearing a disturbance. A single shot was fired in the chest at an unknown trespasser who refused to leave and approached the homeowner. Police have not recognized the suspect, a male in his early 20s.
The Buckeye Police Department is investigating the shooting’s cause. The Buckeye neighborhood trespassing and gunshots are being investigated by officials.
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This shocking occurrence has left the Buckeye community reeling, spurring concerns about property defense and legal ramifications. The scenario highlights the difficult concerns and potential consequences of property protection.
The events in Buckeye have spotlighted the need for thorough investigation and caution when confronting trespassers, emphasizing the significance of adhering to the law and engaging with law enforcement to handle such situations appropriately.
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