In the suburb of Denison, Texas, a homeowner endured a harrowing episode when confronted by a hammer-wielding home intruder. The incident not only highlights the importance of responsible gun ownership but also state laws surrounding the use of deadly force in self-defense.
The altercation occurred around 4:30 p.m. when a home intruder forced his way into a private residence while armed with a hammer.
A Denison homeowner shot a man who came to his door and attacked him with a hammer Monday.
Grayson County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to a residence on McCraw Lane east of Denison around 4:30 p.m.
The homeowner told deputies a man whom he did not know came to his door and forced entry into his home while brandishing a hammer.
As the homeowner tried to get the man to leave, he attacked the homeowner and struck him with the hammer.
The homeowner then shot the man and called…
