71-year-old man shoots suspected burglar in North Linden

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A 71-year-old man shot a suspect that was breaking into his garage early Saturday, police say.

At 3:14 a.m. the Columbus Division of Police was called to the 1100 Block of Carolyn Ave after a shooting.

The victim said he woke up to someone breaking into his garage and went to confront the suspect with a gun.

According to police, there was a struggle and the victim’s gun “accidentally went off,” striking the suspect in the upper chest.

The suspect was transported to Riverside Hospital in critical condition, but according to police, the suspect is expected to recover from the injuries.