A 39-year-old man attempted to rob a market in Barueri on Wednesday, April 22. The store owner handed over the money but then drew a gun and shot the suspect in the leg, who was arrested and taken to the hospital.
Cases of shopkeepers reacting to robberies generate debates about self-defense, but statistics indicate high risk for victims who fight back. A survey analyzed cases and found that among victims who reacted, three out of four died or were injured.
The robbery occurred at a market in Barueri on Wednesday, April 22
The 39-year-old suspect entered the establishment armed and announced the robbery
The store owner handed over the cash register money to the suspect
The store owner reacted by drawing a gun and shooting the suspect, hitting his leg
The wounded suspect fell in the street and was filmed by residents pleading not to be turned over to authorities
The suspect was arrested and taken to the hospital under police escort
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