HOUSTON, TX – A homeowner shot a burglary suspect Friday night at a residence in the 2300 block of Kelving, according to police.
The incident occurred around 11 p.m. A man in his 50s and his pregnant wife, who is due any day, were at home when they heard beeping noises that triggered their alarm system. The sound appeared to be coming from near the garage.
The man armed himself with a pistol and went to investigate. Upon reaching the garage, he discovered the garage door open and saw an individual sitting inside his wife’s vehicle, which was parked in the driveway.
The area was poorly lit, and as the homeowner confronted the suspect, the individual exited the vehicle and moved toward the driveway. Unable to see the suspect’s hands clearly in the darkness, the homeowner fired two shots, striking the suspect in the arm and leg.
The suspect then jumped a large gate, after which the homeowner opened the gate and instructed his wife to call 911. He remained with the suspect until Houston Fire Department personnel arrived. The suspect was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive. Charges related to the burglary are forthcoming.
