"Santa Monica Store Owner Shoots Intruder During Robbery: Investigation Underway"
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"Santa Monica Store Owner Shoots Intruder During Robbery: Investigation Underway"
[!CDATA[A man was shot and killed by a store owner in Santa Monica during an attempted robbery at the 3rd Street Promenade. The incident occurred during a private after-hours sale when the intruder sprayed the owner with a chemical irritant. The owner defended himself by shooting the intruder, who later died in the hospital. It was revealed that the owner's associate was involved in the robbery scheme, leading to charges against Karen Melikyan for homicide, armed robbery, and conspiracy. The store owner, who has not been charged, is cooperating with the investigation. The Santa Monica Police Department is seeking information from the public regarding the incident. Santa Monica is located approximately 15 miles west of downtown Los Angeles. In conclusion, a store owner in Santa Monica shot and killed a man who attempted to rob the store during a private after-hours sale. The owner acted in self-defense, and the investigation revealed the involvement of an associate in the robbery plot. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the case.]]