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Home » Decatur Home Invasion: 1 Dead, 1 Injured After Concealed Carry Defense

Decatur Home Invasion: 1 Dead, 1 Injured After Concealed Carry Defense

Adam Green By Adam Green November 20, 2024 2 Min Read
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Decatur Home Invasion: 1 Dead, 1 Injured After Concealed Carry Defense

A home invasion in Decatur, IL, resulted in the death of an intruder and non-life-threatening injuries to a resident. A family member legally armed with a gun and concealed carry license intervened to protect the home.


DECATUR, IL (1-minute read) — A home invasion Monday evening in Decatur led to a fatal shooting that left the intruder dead and one resident injured. Decatur Police responded at 7:38 p.m. to a shooting on the 2000 block of E. Damon Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 35-year-old man and a 66-year-old woman with gunshot wounds.

Both individuals were transported to Decatur Memorial Hospital. The man succumbed to his injuries, while the woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators secured the scene, recovering a handgun and matching shell casings.

Police determined the incident began when the male intruder unlawfully entered the home. The resident was inside when a family member, a 48-year-old man with a valid FOID card and active Concealed Carry License, arrived and encountered the intruder. The family member engaged the man with multiple gunshots, halting the intrusion.

Further investigation revealed the deceased was on Mandatory Supervised Release from the Illinois Department of Corrections and had no known connection to the home. Video surveillance and witness accounts corroborated the series of events leading up to the shooting.

Safety Tip: If you own a firearm for home defense, ensure it is securely stored, practice regular training, and stay informed about local firearm laws and regulations.

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