An intruder tried to force his way into a Phoenix home Thursday night, but the homeowner shot the suspect and fled, police said.
What are the details?
Police said information gathered indicates the adult male “attempted to force entry into the residence, where the homeowner shot and killed the male.” KSAZ TV reportedquoting a statement from the Phoenix Police Department.
According to police, the incident occurred in the area of Fifth Avenue and Linwood Street just after 8 p.m. KPNX-TV reported.
Detectives said the suspect fled the home and was later found near 7th Avenue and Linwood Street, KSAZ said, adding that the suspect suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
The suspect was identified as 24-year-old Isaiah Roggenbach. KTVK TV reported.
The suspect was taken to the hospital, KSAZ said.
Police said Roggenbach has since been released from the hospital and booked into the Maricopa County Jail on suspicion of trespassing, KTVK reported.
The homeowner was not injured, KTVK reported, adding that an investigation is ongoing.
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How are people reacting?
KTVK commenter facebook post All expressed gratitude to the homeowner in the incident and had no sympathy for the suspect.
- One commenter said, “It's going to be a lot easier to catch him from now on.” made a joke.
- Another commenter said: “Another victory for the good guys.” Added.
- Another commented: “Well done homeowner.” declared While adding the image of “always carrying it with you”.
- User replying to the above comment I got it.“That's right. 357 mag Taurus 6 1/2 inch barrel and my trusty 9mm.”
- Another commenter gave an opinion Regarding the suspect, he said, with a hint of sarcasm: “He was probably a good guy. It was other people's fault that he got shot, but it was his own fault.”
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