COLUMBUS, Ohio — A man who was assaulted inside a Franklinton home Thursday night shot his alleged attacker, critically injuring the suspect, according to the Columbus Division of Police.
The incident happened in the 200 block of Dana Avenue, just south of West Town Street, at approximately 10:35 p.m.
The victim, who police say is a 53-year-old man, called 911 stating that a man with a gun was at his house threatening him. The victim told police that he was going to get his gun in case he needed to defend himself.
Police said the suspect, identified as a 33-year-old man, entered the victim’s bedroom and pistol-whipped him several times. The victim shot the suspect, who then left the area on foot.
The suspect was taken to Grant Medical Center by a friend in critical condition, according to police.
Detectives did not provide information on whether the suspect and the victim knew each other.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbus Police Felony Assault Unit at 614-645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).
