Patrick Leach, son of 'Barney the Dinosaur' creator, arrested for attempted murder

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Posted: 01/17/2013

PHOENIX - The "Barney the Dinosaur" creator's son was reportedly arrested for attempted murder, according to a Thursday report.

TMZ reported that 27-year-old Patrick Leach, son of Barney creator Sheryl Leach, was arrested in Agoura Hills, California for allegedly shooting a man in the chest.

According to the report, Leach allegedly tried to kill a 49-year-old man in Malibu, but failed.

The victim was reportedly treated at UCLA and is expected to survive.

Read more at tmz.com .

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