Hampton Falls, New Hampshire

From Manchester’s WMUR.com of May 2, 2007

Police: Homeowner Confronts Intruder, Fires Rifle

A homeowner made a daring move on Monday night when he discovered an intruder in his Hampton Falls home.

Police said the man arrived at his Kensington Road home and noticed shadows inside. He grabbed a shotgun and went inside.

The homeowner and an armed, masked intruder came face-to-face, and police said the homeowner fired his rifle.

The shot missed the burglar, who ran to the basement of the home.

Police said the owner of the home then called 911. Somehow during that time the intruder escaped.

State and local police responded and searched the area but did not find anyone. Nothing had been taken from the home.

Police said that the home has been the site of a previous break-in where several people wearing dark clothing were found inside. They are investigating the most recent burglary.

Officers recommend that people do not confront an intruder. They said people should get to a safe place and call for help.

Shotgun, rifle, whatever--one of those long thangs that make a loud noise.