How ‘bout them apples.
A heroic 12-year-old North Carolina boy protected his grandma and her home after a couple of armed intruders tried to rob them.
“Officials said two masked subjects forced their way into the 73-year-old Linda Ellis' residence, demanding money. At least one of the suspects, identified as 19-year-old Khalil Herring, was armed – and allegedly shot Ellis.
"A 12-year-old juvenile occupant of the residence shot at the suspects with a firearm in self-defense, causing them to flee the area," wrote officials in a statement.
Goldsboro police discovered Ellis in her apartment with a gunshot wound. She was taken to Wayne UNC Health Care, where she was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.”
According to the po-po, the suspect, Herring, was discovered with an apparent gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital & passed away from his injuries.
Goldsboro Police say they don’t anticipate that charges will be filed against the 12-year-old.