In Albuquerque, New Mexico, an early morning home invasion ended with the intruder being shot and killed by the homeowner. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies were called around 3:45 a.m. to a residence near Lost Horizon Drive, where the break-in occurred.
The homeowner told authorities they had shot the intruder, who was critically injured when deputies arrived. Paramedics attempted to revive the suspect, but the individual was pronounced dead after being taken to a hospital. The identity of the suspect has not been released.
Violent crime detectives are investigating the incident, but no charges have been brought against the homeowner. Residents in Albuquerque, where crime rates are on the rise, have expressed strong support for the homeowner’s actions, saying it is necessary to protect their families and homes.
One commenter on social media wrote, “We work hard for what we have and have to protect it. The police can’t always respond in time.” Others pointed out that gun rights are essential for self-defense, with another individual stating, “That’s why we have the 2nd Amendment!”
The case remains under investigation, but for many, the homeowner’s actions highlight the importance of self-defense in the face of increasing crime.
