Homeowner confronts, shoots intruder after firearms stolen in Harrison Township

HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKEF) –The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated burglary and shooting incident in Harrison Township on Monday, Sept. 23.

Deputies responded to the 5500 block of Brantford Road on a report of a burglary and theft of firearms at a residence. Upon arrival, the homeowner stated that multiple firearms had been stolen from the property.

On Tuesday, Sept. 24 deputies were called back to the same location after receiving reports of a shooting. The homeowner told authorities he had confronted two men who had entered his home.

During the confrontation, shots were fired, and the suspects ran.

Deputies later located the two men, one of whom was suffering from a gunshot wound. The injured man was transported to a local hospital with non life-threatening injuries. The suspect was later released from the hospital and transported to the Montgomery County Jail.

During the investigation, deputies identified additional suspects and executed search warrants at multiple locations in Trotwood. A vehicle believed to be involved in the burglary was recovered, and several individuals were detained.