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Pahrump homeowner reports shooting home invader

A home invasion suspect in Pahrump was shot and killed by the homeowner Thursday, according to the Nye County Sheriff's Office.

The incident happened about 10:50 p.m. at 680 East St. Deputies responding to the call found the suspect deceased at the scene. The resident told police he shot the suspect, police said.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, police said.

Anyone with information in the case is asked to call detectives at 775-751-7000 or e-mail at ncso_detectives@co.nye.nv.us.

Contact reporter Mike Blasky at mblasky@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0283.

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