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crime1 year ago

"85-Year-Old Woman Kills Armed Home Intruder in Justified Shooting: Prosecutor"

85-year-old Christine Jenneiahn was deemed justified in using deadly force to defend herself and her disabled son during a violent home invasion by Derek Condon, who had handcuffed her to a chair and threatened her life. After shooting Condon twice, she survived his return fire and was rescued by her son after being handcuffed for 10 hours. Prosecutors hailed her actions as heroic and determined that Condon's death was justifiable homicide under Idaho law.

via TooFab|
#crime#heroic-act#home-invasion
crime1 year ago

"85-Year-Old Idaho Woman's Heroic Act: Shooting Home Intruder in Justifiable Homicide"

An 85-year-old woman in Idaho shot and killed an intruder who broke into her home, handcuffed her, and demanded to know the location of her valuables. The woman, Christine Jenneiahn, managed to retrieve her concealed 357 magnum revolver and shot the intruder, Derek Condon, after he hit her multiple times. Condon later died from his gunshot wounds, and Jenneiahn, who was also injured, remained handcuffed for about 10 hours before calling 911. The sheriff's department ruled Condon's death as a justifiable homicide and praised Jenneiahn's heroism and will to live.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#crime#heroism#home-invasion
crime1 year ago

"85-Year-Old Woman Kills Home Intruder in Heroic Act of Self-Defense"

An 85-year-old woman in Idaho fatally shot an intruder who broke into her home, in what the county prosecutor described as a "heroic" act of self-defense. The woman, Christine Jenneiahn, was awakened by the intruder, who had handcuffed her and threatened her with a gun. After the intruder discovered her disabled son in the home and made threats, Jenneiahn managed to retrieve her .357 Magnum revolver and shot the intruder, who then fired back, injuring her. The prosecutor ruled the killing justifiable under Idaho's self-defense law, praising Jenneiahn's actions as an extraordinary act of self-preservation.

via NBC News|
#crime#home-invasion#idaho
crime2 years ago

Fatal Shooting in Sacramento: Man Killed in Domestic Incident Identified

A man identified as Christopher Saunders was shot and killed during a domestic incident at an apartment in Sacramento. Saunders had entered the apartment and attempted to get his estranged wife to leave with him, but when she refused, a man inside the apartment shot Saunders in self-defense. The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office has deemed the shooting a justifiable homicide, but the final determination will be made by the District Attorney's Office after further investigation.

via CBS Sacramento|
#crime#domestic-incident#justifiable-homicide
crime2 years ago

Fatal Altercation in Sacramento: Justifiable Homicide or Tragic Incident?

A man was shot and killed during a heated altercation with his estranged wife, her friends, and a minor in Sacramento. The man arrived at an apartment, banged on the door, and rushed inside, demanding his wife leave with him. When she refused, a physical altercation ensued, involving a 15-year-old. The resident of the apartment, in possession of a legally owned gun, shot and killed the man. The Sacramento County District Attorney's Office has preliminarily deemed the shooting a "justifiable homicide."

via KTXL FOX 40 Sacramento|
#crime#domestic-dispute#homicide
crime2 years ago

Fatal Altercation in Sacramento: Homicide Ruled Justifiable

A man died after a heated altercation with his estranged wife, her friends, and a minor in Sacramento. The man arrived at an apartment, banged on the door, and rushed inside, demanding his wife to leave with him. When she refused, a physical altercation ensued, involving a 15-year-old. The man residing in the apartment shot the aggressor, and the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office deemed it a "justifiable homicide."

via Yahoo! Voices|
#crime#domestic-altercation#homicide
crime2 years ago

Fatal Shooting in Sacramento: Husband's Death Ruled Justifiable Homicide

A man died after a heated altercation with his estranged wife, her friends, and a minor in Sacramento. The man arrived at an apartment, banged on the door, and rushed inside, demanding his wife to leave with him. When she refused, a physical altercation ensued, involving a 15-year-old. The man residing in the apartment shot the aggressor, and the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office deemed it a "justifiable homicide."

via Yahoo News|
#crime#domestic-altercation#homicide
crime2 years ago

No Charges for Fatal Shooting of South Carolina College Student in Wrong House

No charges will be filed in the shooting death of Nicholas Anthony Donofrio, a University of South Carolina student who mistakenly tried to enter the wrong home on his own street. The shooting has been deemed a justifiable homicide based on evidence gathered at the scene, surveillance video, audio evidence, and witness statements. The homeowner, who was not prohibited from possessing a firearm, fired a single shot through a broken window after Donofrio broke the front door glass window and reached inside to manipulate the doorknob. The incident highlights the tragic consequences of mistaken home entries, similar to recent cases in Missouri and upstate New York.

via CNN|
#crime#justifiable-homicide#shooting
crime2 years ago

APD Justifies Paseo Road Rage Incident: The Explanation

The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a road rage incident on Paseo and Eagle Ranch Road as a "justifiable homicide" after a driver ran over a man who allegedly pulled out a gun. Retired police commander Paul Szych explained that the determination of justifiability depends on whether the driver faced an imminent threat and if their actions were reasonable to counter that threat. Factors such as witness testimony and the alleged killer's account are also considered. Szych advised against participating in road rage incidents and emphasized the importance of deescalation. No arrests have been made in the case.

via KOB 4|
#albuquerque-police-department#crime#homicide
crime2 years ago

Store owner defends property, fatally shoots burglar who tunneled through wall.

An Albuquerque store owner shot and killed a man who allegedly dug a tunnel through the wall of his smoke shop. The owner claimed self-defense after the intruder came toward him with a hammer and ax. The store owner had been sleeping in the shop after two previous break-in attempts. Police are investigating the incident as a justifiable homicide. The owner plans to patch up the hole and install cameras for security measures.

via New York Post |
#albuquerque#burglary#crime
crime2 years ago

Albuquerque Police Investigate Fatal Overnight Shootings, Including Possible Self-Defense Case.

An Albuquerque business owner shot and killed a man who allegedly broke into his shop. The business owner claims he was defending his new shop and feared for his life. The shop had not even opened yet, but the owners say they had already seen two break-in attempts. The alleged burglar had tunneled his way through a hole in the wall and was waving a large hammer and an axe or a chisel when he stood up. The business owner shot the man after he walked towards him swinging. The police are investigating the business owner's claims of self-defense.

via KOB 4|
#albuquerque#burglary#business-owner