JACKSONVILLE, FL — A late-night attempted armed robbery ended with two suspects wounded and all four in custody after a man defended himself while sitting in his vehicle in Jacksonville’s North Shore neighborhood.

As reported by Action News JAX, the incident occurred around 11:40 p.m. Tuesday in the 1000 block of Crestwood Street. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, the man was in his car when four armed individuals approached and ordered him to exit the vehicle. The man complied, stepping out of the car, at which point gunfire was exchanged between him and the suspects.

The man shot two of the would-be robbers—one in the leg and the other in the back. Authorities stated that both sustained injuries that are not considered life-threatening. All four suspects were taken into custody by law enforcement.

This case highlights the unpredictable and dangerous nature of multiple-assailant confrontations. When facing more than one armed threat, situational awareness and quick decision-making become crucial. Responsible firearm owners should train regularly for high-stress scenarios and be prepared to act decisively when legally justified.