Homeowner shoots, kills intruder in apparent self-defense in Pierce County

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — A homeowner shot and killed an intruder early Sunday morning in what appears to be a case of self-defense, according to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office.

The incident occurred around 1:45 a.m. when the homeowner called 911 to report the shooting.

Deputies arrived at the scene to find a 36-year-old man with a single gunshot wound on the back porch. Despite attempts to save his life, the man was pronounced dead.

Prior to the shooting, the suspect was captured on multiple homeowners’ security cameras walking around various properties in the area.

The 51-year-old homeowner has been cooperative with authorities, and no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

Detectives and forensic teams are actively working at the scene to gather more information.