From The Tribune staff reports
MCCALLA — A suspected burglar was shot and killed after being discovered hiding inside home near McCalla on Wednesday, Sept. 13.
Investigators believe that the suspect was hiding inside the home and was discovered by the homeowner. The suspect began to leave the residence but was confronted by another resident who was sleeping in a room near the exit. Witnesses state that shots were exchanged between the deceased subject and the second resident. Both subjects were struck by gunfire.
The male resident was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Detectives are currently interviewing the witnesses in this case and are working to identify the deceased suspect. More information will be released as the investigation continues.