Man Defends Boat After Being Stabbed

An elderly man discovered an intruder less than one-third his age burglarizing his boat. Police say the young criminal sprang at the man, stabbing him in the chest. Despite his injuries, the victim retrieved a shotgun and fired upon his assailant, causing him to flee. The victim was expected to recover from his injuries. The suspect was charged with attempted murder afetr he was found seeking treatment for gunshot wounds. The Mendocino County Observer - Laytonville, CA