Florence police say a robbery suspect ended up with a broken leg after his victim pulled a gun in self-defense.

Officers found this out after responding to a shots fired call at Cypress Ridge Apartments on Appleby Boulevard Sunday evening. Investigators say two males tried to rob another, and the confrontation got physical. Police say the robbers sprayed the victim with mace, and the victim fired several shots at them.

Police say both offenders fled on foot. One jumped off a railing and broke his leg. He was caught and transported to Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital. Sgt. Scott Perkins said the man has not been officially charged at this time. But this could change after investigators complete questioning and he has been treated. His identity will be released if he is arrested.

The second suspect is still at large.

Police say the three know each other from a previous place of employment.