The robber broke into a Southern California home Tuesday night, but residents grabbed a gun, fired a suspect, leaving one dead and the other injured, San Bernardino Sheriff's Office I said.
Deputies responded to a residence in the 23,000 block of Grand Terrace Road, Grand Terrace, around 9:18 p.m., officials said. The Grand Terrace is approximately 60 miles west of Los Angeles.
“We're going to help people regain our strength.”
The victim said about three suspects had broken into his home and then he was armed with a gun, officials said.
Fearing his safety and self-defense, the victim opened fire at the suspect, and the suspect fled the place in a white sedan, officials said.
Deputies responded to a 76 gas station on Redlands Boulevard after reports of a man lying on the ground after being shot and killed. He was accompanied by a 15-year-old man, officials said.
Deputies detained the juvenile and the 33-year-old injured man was taken to hospital, where he was declared dead, officials added that the investigation determined both the deceased and the juvenile were involved in the home robbery.
It should be noted that authorities did not name the man in the deadly shooting, but that close relatives must be notified.
Just after 10pm, the San Bernardino Police Department responded to another hospital, where the third suspect, identified as 25-year-old Marquez Jackson, was being treated for a bullet wound, officials said.
Jackson underwent surgery and continued to be hospitalized, officials added that Jackson will be booked for robbery and murder upon discharge from the hospital. The juvenile man was also arrested for robbery and murder and booked at the juvenile hall, officials said.
The fourth suspect remains large, officials added that anyone with information about the incident will be urged to contact details of the murder at 909-890-4904. Officials added that callers who want to remain anonymous should contact We-Tip on 1-800-78-Crime (27463) or visit wetip.com.
How do people react?
Nearly 200 comments about the shooting hit the Sheriff's Office Facebook page, with many in favour of homeowners' actions. Below is a sample of them.
- “On the time we can regain our strength,” commented a commenter. I said.
- “Good for homeowners!” Another user It has been declared.
- “This is the best thing I've read today!!” Another commenter I cried out.
- “Gun Control, Hit What You Are Aiming”, Another User keep.
- “Fantastic”, another commenter I wrote itadded, “This homeowner is a real hero to his neighbours, family and everyone ready to protect his castle!!!!”
- “Great job,” another user I said“At least, we don't have to pay that individual to live happily in prison. So I would like to thank the residents who saved me the money. Perhaps you have to appeal to their family to refund him the refund.”
- “So amazing,” another commenter It's attracting attention. “We need more of this.”
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