Man hospitalized after being shot during Xenia home invasion

He was taken to Miami Valley Hospital by Xenia Fire Division.

The man told police two men forced entry into his home and stole property. When the victim confronted the intruders, “a physical altercation took place and the victim was shot once,” police said. The suspects then left the area.

The suspects are described as two Black males, both around 5 feet, 10 inches in height, according to police. One wore a blue Nike jumpsuit and the other wore a black hoodie and dark pants.

This is an ongoing investigation, police said. Those with information regarding the shooting are asked to called Xenia Police Division Criminal Investigation Section at 937-376-7206 or leave a voicemail at the Xenia Police Tip Line at 937-347-1623.