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Homeowner shoots suspects attempting to rob his Phoenix home

Posted at 9:02 PM, Dec 20, 2016
and last updated 2016-12-21 14:11:29-05

Police are investigating after a homeowner shot supposed burglary suspects.

Authorities were called to a home near Broadway Road and 63rd Avenue after receiving reports of shots fired.

According to police, three suspects were attempting to rob the home when the 19-year-old homeowner fired shots.

Police say 19-year-old suspect Davont’e Williams was pronounced dead, an 18-year-old suspect was hospitalized for a gunshot wound, and a third suspect is still outstanding. 

The homeowner is cooperating with police.

Police are continuing the investigation.

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