BROOKHAVEN, Ga. — A Brookhaven homeowner shot and killed an intruder Wednesday afternoon, police said.
According to Brookhaven Police Deputy Police Chief Brandon Gurley, the burglar was inside the Wilmont Drive residence when the owner returned home during the middle of the day and shot the person.
Brookhaven Police said the suspect - who hasn't been identified at this time - is dead, and no others are being sought at this time.
Officers are still on the scene investigating the situation, including whether the suspected burglar was armed, prompting the homeowner to open fire. There is no word of charges at this time.
"We're going to let the scene be processed and play out and let detectives find out what all transpired here today," Gurley said.
11Alive will update this story as details develop.
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