The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a home invasion and a burglary attempt at a Hazen Avenue home in Thonotosassa.
Investigators say a man was sleeping in a back bedroom when he heard two suspects in a different bedroom. He armed himself with a semi-automatic weapon and confronted the suspects. He says a physical confrontation started when one of the suspects waved a clothes iron at him. The man felt threatened and shot that suspect several times. The other suspect took off and is still on the loose.
Deputies have not released the name of the injured suspect. But they do say he has a warrant out for his arrest. He was taken to Tampa General Hospital where he is listed in critical condition.
Sgt. Scott Bell of the Hillborough County Sheriff's office, says they are still investigating the incident. But it's unlikely that the man living in the home will face any charges. "You have every right to protect yourself and your property on your own property. If somebody comes at you with a threat on your property you have every right to defend yourself."
