ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after they said a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed during a burglary.
Deputies said they were called to the 1500 block of Echo Lake Court in the Avalon Lakes subdivision about 9 p.m. Thursday for reports of a burglary and gunfire.
They found Jene Rene Gonzalez, 17, dead in the home with gunshot wounds. Deputies said Gonzalez was trying to rob the homeowner when he was shot and killed.
"Once he is in the residence, the homeowner at some point approaches this individual and the homeowner is armed," said Orange County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Jeff Williamson.
Deputies said the homeowner and Gonzalez were known to each other.
Investigators said they had previously arrested Gonzalez for battery against the homeowner and burglary, trespassing and criminal mischief.
The investigation is ongoing.
No other details were released.
Deputies said at this time the homeowner will not face any charges, but it's up to the Orange-Osceola County State Attorney's Office.
This is a developing story. Check back on wftv.com for updates.
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