The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted burglary in Ragland that resulted in a homeowner shooting his grandson, according to Assistant Sheriff Billy Murray.

Jerry Casson, 75, shot 32-year-old Justin Casson in the chest while the younger man was trying to enter his residence, according to a press release.

The incident occurred about 10:40 p.m. Tuesday in the 500 block of Crawfish Lane. According to the sheriff’s office, the burglary suspect lives in the same area.

Murray said there had been ongoing issues prior to Tuesday’s incident. He said deputies responded to the reported burglary and found the suspect had been shot.

The younger Casson was taken by ambulance to UAB Hospital. Murray said investigators are waiting to talk to him when his medical condition allows.

The investigation into the incident continues.