Posted on 02/17/2013 5:51:22 PM PST by Stabnoise
PRINCE EDWARD, VA (WWBT) - Prince Edward sheriff's deputies are investigating a deadly home invasion that happened early Sunday morning in Prospect. Two of the three suspects are dead, shot by the homeowner in self defense, according to investigators on scene. Meanwhile, the search continues for the third suspect.
This situation began unfolding at about 4:30 a.m. in the 5000 block of Prince Edward Highway, or Route 460. Investigators told NBC12's Kelly Avellino three unknown men forced their way in the front door of the home, where a man was alone with a 2-year-old child.
According to a press release issued by Sheriff Wesley W. Reed, that man called 911 to report a home invasion and said the suspects were armed. Reed also said gunfire was exchanged between the suspects and the caller.
Authorities said two suspects were pronounced dead at the scene, while the third managed to escape on foot.
We're told the homeowner and the child were not harmed.
Right now, there is a vague description of that third suspect, who is believed wearing dark clothing. According to Reed, K-9 units tracked the suspect a quarter of a mile west of the crime scene. It was there, investigators say, the suspect is believed to have gotten into a vehicle.
A Virginia State Police spokesperson had previously confirmed to NBC12 they were working with the Prince Edward Sheriff's Department on this investigation.
The two deceased suspects were transported to the medical examiner's office for identification and confirmation of cause of death.
We're working to get more information on this developing story. We will have an update, tonight on NBC12 News at 11.
10 round clips are fine.....it’s the capacity of the magazines I care about.
The Golden Rule, if trying to steal Gun Owners Gold, you could leave with more lead than you want.
No, they're not. They're just making national news more. Violent crime rates in this country are the lowest they've been since 1960.
As long as you a.) refrain from dealing drugs and b.) don't live in the ghetto, your chances of being a victim of violent crime are about the same as being struck by lightening.
The media is publicizing each and every violent crime to drive a gun control agenda. Don't buy it.
Video at link. . . looks like maybe the dog alerted the homeowner in time to react to the three armed men kicking in the front door. One of the invaders was under a white sheet in the snow in front of the house.
LINK for video. . .
Armed self defense does NOT enhance the gun control agenda.
This is a case of more FReepers posting local news, not normally nationalized by the MSM.
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