Evansville Police are continuing their investigation into a home invasion robbery that ended when the victim shot the suspect. Officers responded to 501 Adams at 6:45pm after the homeowner called 911.
The suspect is in the hospital after undergoing surgery for a gunshot wound to the abdomen. His name is not being released pending charges being filed. His condition is not being released at this time.
The victim, 80 year old Ted Miracle, told investigators that the suspect knocked on his door and asked for water. The suspect then forced his way into the house and assaulted Miracle. The suspect then forced Miracle into a bedroom and demanded money. As the suspect began to look through Miracle’s belongings, Miracle was able to retrieve a handgun that was kept in the bedroom for personal protection.
Miracle told investigators he fired one shot and the suspect ran out of the house. Miracle told officers he was not sure if he had shot the suspect or not.
While officers were on scene at the house, the suspect arrived at Deaconess with a gunshot wound. He was identified as the suspect from the robbery and assault.
