Introduction to the Incident
A homeowner in northeast Houston shot a man who was attempting to break into his car, according to the police. The incident occurred on Woodlyn Road and Denton Street at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Saturday.
Details of the Incident
The homeowner witnessed two men trying to break into his vehicle. In response, the homeowner went outside and shot at the men. One of the men was shot and taken to the hospital, where he is in stable condition. The other man was not injured during the incident.
Charges and Investigation
Both men were charged with burglary of a motor vehicle. The Houston Police Department investigated the incident and determined that the homeowner was protecting his property. As a result, the district attorney’s office declined to press charges against the homeowner. According to Lt. Kham with the Houston Police Department, "The DA’s office did accept charges on the suspects that were breaking into the vehicle for BMV and then they declined charges on the homeowner as he was protecting his property."
Conclusion
The incident highlights the importance of homeowners’ rights to protect their property. In this case, the homeowner took action to defend his vehicle from potential theft, and the authorities recognized his right to do so. The outcome of the incident serves as a reminder that homeowners have the right to protect their property, and law enforcement will support them in doing so, as long as they are acting within the bounds of the law.
