LUFKIN, Texas — The Lufkin Police Department is investigating after officers say a man was shot by a homeowner Friday while trying to force the back door of the house open.
According to police, the shooting happened around 1:15 p.m. in the 1500 block of Houston Street in Lufkin. The homeowner said the man seemed to be intoxicated and the resident was in fear for his life.
The alleged burglar was struck multiple times in the legs and taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said. Officials believe his injuries are not life threatening.
The homeowner was not physically injured and the shooting remains under investigation, according to police.
