Homeowner wounds 1 of 3 intruders in Magnolia

A burglar may have been wounded when a Magnolia woman fired a shot at one of three men who forced their way inside her home Friday.

The home invasion happened about 9:30 p.m. in the 18700 block of Mink Lake Drive.

The 33-year-old homeowner and her 6-year-old child were home alone at the time, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

The three men left the home, and the sheriff's office is investigating.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to call Montgomery County Crime Stoppers at 800-392-STOP (7867) or the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office at 936-760-5800. During regular business hours, callers can also contact Det. S. Mullis or Det. P. Hahs at 936-760-5876.