St. Joseph Man Shot in Groin During Alleged Buchanan County Home Burglary

BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. — A St. Joseph man was arrested after authorities say he was shot in the groin while allegedly burglarizing a home early Sunday morning.

According to a probable cause statement, 44-year-old Thomas D. Davis allegedly entered a residence in the 3300 block of Scott Street in northwest Buchanan County at approximately 2:49 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20.

Authorities say Davis took items from a counter inside the home before attempting to leave.

As Davis was exiting the residence, he was confronted by the homeowner.

According to court documents, the homeowner believed Davis was armed with a firearm and fired one shot, striking Davis in the groin.

Davis then fled from the residence and was later located by authorities in a nearby alley.

He was transported to Mosaic Life Care for medical treatment before being released into police custody.

Davis is currently being held in connection with the incident.