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Man shot by homeowner after breaking into home in St. Louis

According to the police report, a 43-year-old man confronted the 38-year-old as he broke into his house - that's when he shot him
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ST. LOUIS — An investigation is underway after a man was shot after breaking into a home in St. Louis’ Walnut Park East neighborhood early Thursday morning.

Officers from the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department responded to the 5400 block of Beacon Avenue around 3:20 a.m. According to the police report, a 43-year-old man confronted the 38-year-old as he broke into his house - that's when he shot him.

Police said he is in critical condition.

A firearm was recovered from the scene. 

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