Broward robbery victim faces criminal charges after accidentally shooting an innocent bystander, deputies say

A Broward man who was the victim of a robbery now faces criminal charges after he fired a weapon at the suspect and struck a nearby home, injuring an innocent bystander and her pet, the Broward Sheriff's Office said.

The incident occurred Monday night in the 1900 Block of NE 24th Ave., near U.S. 1 in Pompano Beach.

BSO says William Forhan, 27, was robbed and pursued the suspect, firing his gun numerous times. 

One of the bullets traveled into a woman's home on NE 24th Ave., striking her in both legs and killing her pet cat. The woman is expected to recover. 

The woman's husband, who has brain and throat cancer, spoke to CBS News Miami about the incident. He says that they were having dinner when at least one shot ripped through their door. He says that the bullet was only inches away from her main artery. 

He also says that they are heartbroken by the loss of their cat, Max, who would have turned 10 years old this year. 

Forhan, who was the initial victim of the robbery, has been charged with firing a missile into a building and culpable negligence for inflicting harm. His bond was set at $60,000, and his attorney's attempt to have it reduced was unsuccessful.

The robber who started it all is still on the run. Police are asking residents for any information they might have to report it to Broward County Crime Stoppers.