Man shot multiple times after breaking into Fayette County home, authorities say

A man was shot multiple times after breaking into a home in Fayette County on Tuesday night, authorities said.

Pennsylvania State Police said in a news release that troopers from the Belle Vernon barracks were called to a home near the intersection of 18th Street and Water Street in Brownsville Borough on Tuesday night for a "reported disturbance." Troopers who responded to the home found a man who had been shot multiple times, state police said.

The man was flown by medical helicopter to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh for emergency surgery, according to the release. His condition was not immediately released. 

Intruder attacks homeowner, police say

According to court records, 69-year-old Ronald Rosiek of Hopwood was charged with multiple felonies related to the incident, including aggravated assault, criminal trespassing, and burglary. 

Investigators said that troopers were called to the home when a woman heard someone beating on her door. Rosiek then allegedly broke a window to get into the home and entered the woman's bedroom. 

When Rosiek wouldn't leave and continued moving toward the woman, investigators said she shot him in the leg. The woman shot Rosiek once more in the side of the head when he continued moving toward her, officials said. 

A struggle between Rosiek and the woman ensued after she shot him, according to investigators, and the woman was able to escape the home as troopers arrived. State police said the castle doctrine, which allows someone to use deadly force to protect themselves inside their home, applies in this case.

The victim's brother arrived at the home on Tuesday, fearing the worst after hearing the news.

"It was her," he said. "Officer said, 'No, she took care of business. She got beat up a little bit, but she shot the guy.'"

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact troopers in the Belle Vernon barracks at 724-929-6262.