Homeowner shoots, kills suspect during home-invasion burglary in southern Oregon

SHADY COVE, Ore. – Jackson County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred Monday night in Shady Cove around 2 a.m.

Dispatch received a call that a homeowner had shot a suspect during a home-invasion burglary in the area of Cleveland Street.

Deputies responded, and Mercy Flights medics attempted life-saving measures.

The suspect was pronounced deceased at 2:34 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office said.

“JCSO detectives are investigating claims of self-defense during the home-invasion burglary,” the Sheriff’s Office stated. “An occupant of the home held a valid protection order against the suspect. There have been no arrests, and all parties are cooperating with the investigation.”

Upon completion of the investigation, detectives will forward the case to the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office for review, the report said.

“Due to the sensitive nature and ongoing investigation, names will not be released at this time,” JCSO stated. “Further information will be released at a later time in coordination with the DA’s Office.”