Elderly Texan Grabs Hunting Rifle, Shoots Suspect During Home Burglary
by Luke McCoy
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX — A suspected burglar was shot and killed early Sunday morning after reportedly breaking into a home in Grand Prairie, prompting a self-defense investigation by local authorities.According to the Grand Prairie Police Department, officers were dispatched around 1:50 a.m. to the 400 block of Santa Margarita Street following a report of a suspicious person. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man dead inside the residence.
Police say the homeowner, an elderly male, contacted authorities after an unknown individual forced entry through the rear door of his home. Armed with a hunting rifle, the homeowner confronted the intruder, who was reportedly rummaging through belongings inside the house.
In fear for his life, the homeowner discharged his weapon, striking the suspect. The intruder was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased.
The incident is currently being investigated as a lawful act of self-defense. No charges are expected to be filed against the homeowner.
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USA Carry
Wrong house.
Does the homeowner need to buy a license for the game perp?
Old Texan
Hunting rifle
Something tells me he’s familiar with shooting that thing.
In Texas, one may shoot varmints, such as coyotes, coons, possums, and perps, on one’s own property without need of a hunting license.
Wonder if the rifle was a good ol’ thuddy-thuddy?
Too much make-up. Might be able to work around it if she has a good voice:-)
Not to mention poor example of a shooting grip and trigger activation. 2 fingers??? Then there is the cross eye / sight alignment.
I hope she has other skills because she makes a lousy shooter.
She is into the pearl necklace thing….
Reminds me of those photos of people “working” on electronics, holding the soldering iron by the shiney part.
Obviously clueless about soldering.
Love the FPC. Especially being in a state where short barrel rifles aren’t available.
Folds to under 16.5 inches.
I wouldn’t be caught dead with that thing….