Occurred on 9/14/12, 2:49 a.m.  Burglary of a Habitation  2400 Niagara       1209140018

Shortly before 3:00 am, Officers responded to a Niagara Street residence for shots being fired at two burglars.  Upon their arrival, Officers contacted the 48-year-old man who told Officers he was watching TV when he heard glass breaking.

He armed himself and checked on his home.  In the living room, the victim could see two men inside his kitchen.  He ordered them to “freeze,” but one of the men began walking towards him.  The man shot at the men and they ran out of the residence.

The victim collapsed while talking to Officers and he was taken to Spohn Memorial for treatment.  It is unknown whether the suspects were struck by gunfire.

The suspects are described as two Hispanic males, approximately 20 to 24 years of age.  One of the men was described as clean-shaven and wearing a white t-shirt, while the other male was bald and wearing a black t-shirt.

If anyone has any information on this crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS or submit a tip online at www.888TIPS.com.  The caller will receive a cash reward if the suspects are arrested.