Charleroi Business Owner Shoots Intruder

WASHINGTON, Pa. — (WPXI) – The lights are off, and the door is locked inside the Pet Boutique after Washington District Attorney Jason Walsh told our news partners at Channel 11 News that the owner shot an intruder on Thursday morning. On Thursday afternoon, they spoke with two men who captured the arrest on their cell phones. They captured the frightening moments when police ventured onto an unstable roof to approach the suspect. In the video, an officer realized the suspect was shot. That officer runs to the edge of the roof to call for additional help. Then he quickly begins rendering aid to the suspect. According to District Attorney Walsh, the owner of the Pet Boutique heard a noise just before 9:30 a.m., he then found the man inside his building and shot him. The owner of the Pet Boutique had no comment, and Charleroi police are investigating. Once their report is filed, the district attorney will decide if charges will be filed.