A home invasion in Valley Village escalated into a shooting that left one suspect critically injured and the homeowner with minor injuries. The incident unfolded in the 11600 block of Addison Street when patrol officers from the North Hollywood division responded to a call on July 8, according to a press release from the Los Angeles Police Department.
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Upon their arrival, officers found that at least two individuals had broken into a residence. Confronted by the homeowner, one suspect assailed the homeowner with pepper spray – prompting the homeowner, armed with a semi-automatic handgun, to fire several rounds and strike one of the intruders. The LAPD press release stated that the suspect was later transported to a hospital and is now in critical, but stable condition. Following the incident, the second suspect managed to escape, fleeing to a getaway vehicle.
The suspect who was wounded and taken into custody has been identified as 35-year-old Chucks Chukwudi of Los Angeles, as per the LAPD. As the investigation continues, Chukwudi will face criminal charges concerning the home invasion, which the detectives from North Hollywood believe is connected to other burglaries in the area.
The police request that anyone who has information on the incident, and the whereabouts of the at-large suspects reach out. Tips can be shared through various channels, including the LAPD North Hollywood Detectives hotline at 818-754-8410 or the "P3 Tips" mobile app. Anonymous tips can be submitted to the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers online, or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).
