TAMPA, FL – An attempted burglary in Tampa’s Palmetto Beach community ended in tragedy early this morning when a homeowner fatally shot an intruder. The incident occurred around 4:19 am at a residence on the 1300 block of South Bermuda Blvd.

According to the Tampa Police Department, an adult male unlawfully entered the home through a window. The homeowner, who confronted the intruder, shot the man during the ensuing altercation.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found the intruder, an adult male in his early 40s, suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite efforts, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The homeowner remained on site and is cooperating fully with investigators. The Tampa Police Department has confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to the public.

This incident underscores the importance of having a firearm for home defense. While we don’t have all the details, the situation could have turned out much worse for the homeowner had he not been able to defend himself against the intruder.

As the investigation progresses, additional details will be released.