Householder kills burglar
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
An unidentified man who allegedly pointed a gun at a licensed firearm holder was shot dead in Harbour View, Kingston 17, on Monday.
The incident occurred about 3.30am on Jupiter Road.
It is reported that the licensed firearm holder was at his house when he was awakened by strange sounds.
He went to investigate and saw an intruder.
According to the police, the intruder pointed a firearm at the occupant, but the home was able to pull his gun and fire first.
The police were called and the injured man was taken to a hospital where he later died.
A nine millimetre pistol and three cartridges were reportedly taken from the body.
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
An unidentified man who allegedly pointed a gun at a licensed firearm holder was shot dead in Harbour View, Kingston 17, on Monday.
The incident occurred about 3.30am on Jupiter Road.
It is reported that the licensed firearm holder was at his house when he was awakened by strange sounds.
He went to investigate and saw an intruder.
According to the police, the intruder pointed a firearm at the occupant, but the home was able to pull his gun and fire first.
The police were called and the injured man was taken to a hospital where he later died.
A nine millimetre pistol and three cartridges were reportedly taken from the body.
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