Police in Riverton, Wyoming responded to a reported attempted robbery involving shots fired in the 900 block of East Park Avenue just after 11 p.m. Friday. Police said: said.
Police say the caller reported a struggle between a possible intruder and the homeowner.
Police say the homeowner is cooperating with detectives in their investigation.
Police said they found a man in his 20s with an apparent gunshot wound near the home.
Police said someone on scene reported seeing a man trying to break into the home, and the suspected intruder was taken to hospital in stable condition.
Police say the homeowner is cooperating with detectives in their investigation.
In addition to officers from the Riverton Police Department, officers from the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Wyoming Highway Patrol and Shoshone Police Department also responded to the call.
Police said anyone with information about the incident can call the Riverton Police Department at 307-856-4891 and that more information will be released as the investigation continues.
How do observers respond?
Commenters on the Riverton Police Department Facebook page were apparently pleased with the outcome, but unhappy with the crime and crime-fighting.
- “What should we investigate?” one commenter asked. asked“Apparently this is a case of self-defense/fortress law…the homeowner defended his property. Good for them!!! People in this town are tired of crime. I think more and more of us will exercise our right of self-defense. Something has to be sacrificed and our rights are lost.”
- “That’s what’s needed to stop this all because the prosecutors won’t file charges,” said another. Declared.
- “Good for homeowners!!!!” another commenter cried“This is what’s going to happen [to]”…can I be on this jury???”
- “…This should happen more,” said another. Added“Let’s show these little shits what happens when they break the law.”
- “Of course!! Good luck!!!” another commenter Written.
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