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Henderson police investigate break-in, shooting that left one injured

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HENDERSON (KTNV) — One victim is hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after confronting two men who forcibly entered a home in Henderson, the city's police department says.

At approximately 3 a.m. Thursday morning, Henderson Police and Fire were dispatched to the 400 block of Tranquil Peak Court in reference to a report of a shooting.

Preliminary investigation suggests two men made forced entry into the victim’s residence, and the victim confronted the suspects, resulting in an exchange of gunfire.

The suspects fled the scene prior to the officers' arrival. The victim was found with an apparent gunshot wound and transported to a local area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators believe this to be a targeted incident.

This is an active investigation with no further details to provide.