Granny Packs Heat, Shoots At Armed Intruder
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TEXARKANA (CBSDFW.COM) – Deputies in Bowie County are looking for an armed, would-be bandit who was shot by a 74-year-old homeowner.
That homeowner -- pistol-packing, east Texas grandmother, Rebbie Roberson, was quietly watching the news Sunday when the intruder interrupted her day.
"So I had to walk right out in front of him. I didn't know if he was going to kill me or what," Roberson described.
Roberson said she followed the criminal and fired her .38-caliber pistol, which she always keeps nearby.
But the suspect took off.
"I'm not sure I didn't hit him. I don't know... I sure tried. I sure was hoping that was the scare of his life," said Roberson.
Police said they believe the intruder, who was wearing gloves and a mask, wasn't hurt.
Anyone with information on the incident is urged to call the Bowie County Sheriff's Office at 903.798.3149.