PLANT CITY, FL — A man was shot early Friday morning after allegedly attempting to force his way into a residence and assaulting a woman outside, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies were dispatched to a home on the 3400 block of Gentry Road at approximately 1:39 a.m. for a reported domestic disturbance. Investigators determined that the man had tried to gain entry into the home and was issuing threats to the occupants inside.

At some point, a female victim stepped outside the residence, where the suspect began physically attacking her. During the assault, another individual at the home fired at the suspect, striking him.

Following the incident, the wounded man drove himself to South Florida Baptist Hospital in Plant City. Deputies located him there, and he was immediately taken into surgery. The sheriff’s office reported that he is expected to survive his injuries.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no additional details regarding charges or the identities of those involved have been released at this time.

This case highlights the unpredictable nature of domestic-related confrontations. When someone is acting aggressively or erratically, stepping outside to confront them probably isn’t the best idea. Remaining inside the security of your home provides both protection and tactical advantage. Having a plan in place and being trained in defensive firearm use ensures that if violence does reach your doorstep, you are prepared to respond effectively and lawfully.