A homeowner in Limestone County, Alabama, avoided a potentially tragic situation when he used his firearm to defend himself against a home intruder. The incident shines a critical spotlight on the importance of gun ownership and the ability to defend one’s life and property.
According to a report from local authorities, the would-be burglar met his end while trying to break into a residence in the early hours of the morning. The homeowner exercised his right to self-defense and confronted the intruder.
The Limestone County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement detailing the altercation on Facebook.
On February 10, 2024, at 4:20 a.m., Limestone County Deputies responded to the 17000 Block of Morris Rd. in Elkmont, AL, on a report of a Burglary in progress. The homeowner reported that they were awakened by someone violently attempting to gain entry into their residence. The homeowner armed himself and awaited the deputy’s arrival. Before deputies could arrive, the offender kicked in the homeowner’s door and entered the residence unlawfully, where he was met with gunfire from the homeowner. The offender retreated outside, where he succumbed to his injuries. Investigators responded and identified the deceased offender as Christopher Jason Hovis, 44, of Hartselle, AL. This investigation is ongoing; however, preliminary results indicate this is a justified shooting, and there are no charges at this time.
Do that in Maryland and YOU will go to prison. Totally messed up! The “duty to retreat” is ridiculous.
They are in but won’t be leaving !!!
I guess that I will go to jail because I would do the same thing. I’m 75 years old and like they say, at my age life in prison is not much of a deterrent
Get -er-Done !!!
If they don’t want to get SHOT then DON’T Break In !!! Solved If they DO > TUFF !!!
I can imagine how this all went down…
Homeowner: Hears intruder breaking in (loading of weapon sounds)
Homeowner: “Want to play catch?”
Bad Guy: “Huh?”
***Bang*** – thud….
Homeowner: “Good Catch”