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King County homeowner fires shots at intruder during break-in

Sep 2, 2025, 10:14 AM | Updated: 10:24 am

King County Sheriff's Office vehicle intruder shot...

A King County Sheriff's Office vehicle. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

A homeowner in south King County shot at someone who broke into their home Tuesday morning, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).

KCSO deputies could not confirm whether any injuries were sustained from the shooting.

King County homeowner shoots at intruder

KCSO deputies responded to a residence in the 5600 block of S. 362nd Place in a Lakeland neighborhood at approximately 7 a.m. Tuesday.

According to KCSO, the person who called 911 was the suspected shooter.

No arrests were made by deputies following the shooting incident.

KCSO noted there is no danger to the public.

The Major Crimes Unit is currently investigating the shooting.

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