Alleged home invader killed by resident in shootout in West Side neighborhood

The suspect broke into a home in the 3600 block of West Houston around 10:50 p.m. July 16, 2018, while armed with a rifle. He was later gunned down by the home's resident. The suspect broke into a home in the 3600 block of West Houston around 10:50 p.m. July 16, 2018, while armed with a rifle. He was later gunned down by the home's resident. Photo: Ken Branca Photo: Ken Branca Image 1 of / 9 Caption Close Alleged home invader killed by resident in shootout in West Side neighborhood 1 / 9 Back to Gallery

An armed home invader was killed in a shootout with a West Side resident during an alleged robbery attempt, police said.

The suspect broke into a home in the 3600 block of West Houston Street around 10:50 p.m. while armed with a rifle.

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When confronted by one of the home's residents, the suspect started shooting at them, but the resident returned fire and killed the suspect.

Police said they're interviewing as many as four witnesses about the shooting.

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