The owner of a mechanic shop in Birmingham, Ala. was sleeping at his business after repeated burglary attempts, when a pair of criminals jumped a fence and came onto the property. The owner retrieved a gun, shot one intruder then slapped the other, causing both to flee. The wounded burglar was captured while seeking medical treatment at a local hospital. (Alabama.com, Alabama, 12/02/14)
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Owner defends shop from pair of intruders, Alabama.com, Alabama, 12/02/14
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