Robbers shot in house raid

By Natario McKenzie

Tribune Staff Reporter

nmckenzie@tribunemedia.net

A RESIDENT shot two would-be armed robbers who were trying to break into his house, police revealed last night

The incident happened at Assembly Estates, Firetrail Road, at about 2pm yesterday.

When police officers arrived they found a gold Honda Accord car, licence plate number 221452, outside the house and a man lying bleeding nearby.

According to reports, two men - one allegedly armed with a handgun - were attempting to break into the house when they were seen by someone who lives there.

One of the thugs allegedly fired two shots at the resident, who then produced a licensed shotgun and returned fire.

This resulted in one of the attempted robbers sustaining gunshot wounds to the shoulder and upper back. He reportedly collapsed while attempting to flee the scene.

He was taken to hospital where he is listed as in serious condition.

The other would-be robber is thought to have also been hit. He reportedly fled into nearby bushes and is being hunted by detectives. Police up to press time were unable to release a description of the alleged armed robber.

Officers searching the area yesterday found a woman's handbag and a bloody shirt.

it is understood the men are connected with several house-breakings and robberies which have occurred in the South West New Providence in recent weeks.

Police press liaison officer Sergeant Chrislyn Skippings said yesterday, however, that investigations into the matter are still at the preliminary stage.

Published On:Saturday, March 20, 2010