Deputy Accidentally Shoots Homeowner After Responding to Home Invasion Report

Incident Overview

• Deputies responded to a report of a home invasion where four suspects attempted to break in, and the homeowner had reportedly fired at them.
• Upon arrival, deputies found no suspects in sight and proceeded to announce their presence.

Accidental Discharge

• The homeowner unlocked his door after deputies announced their arrival.
• A deputy, standing near the door, accidentally discharged his firearm, striking the homeowner.
• The homeowner's partner, who was also present, reacted with disbelief and confusion.

Aftermath and Investigation

• The injured homeowner was led away for medical assistance.
• The deputy who fired his weapon was reassigned to an administrative capacity pending the outcome of the investigation.
• The sheriff's department in Orange County, Florida, confirmed the incident as an accidental discharge.