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The masked suspects broke into the home located on 3rd Avenue in Palm City, Lebanon County on Feb. 16 around 8 a.m., the release shows.
The man who owns the home had an altercation with the masked intruders, when one of them pulled a gun and shot him twice, police chief Ben Sutcliffe says.
One of the family dogs was shot in gunfire inside the home, according to the release.
The masked duo fled on foot while being chased by another family dog— this dog is also believed to have been shot, the police say.
The pair then got into an occupied black SUV that appeared to be waiting for them, according to the release.
The SUV may have had an out of state license plate, police say.
The homeowner was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover from his gunshot wounds, according to chief Sutcliffe.
The dog who was shot in the home was taken to a local animal hospital and is expected to survive, Sutcliffe says.
The second dog has not been located, according to police.
South Annville police believe this was a targeted shooting and there is no danger to the public.
The South Annville Township police are investigating a shooting.
Ask if anyone has any information to contact the South Annville police at 717-867-1003.
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