2 men accused of shooting College Park resident face judge – WFTV

ORLANDO, Fla. — Two men accused of trying to rob a man at his College Park-area home and then shooting him are scheduled to appear before a judge Monday in Orange County.

Orlando police said it happened shortly before 6 a.m. Sunday, as the victim was leaving his home along North Ivanhoe Boulevard.

Investigators said the man was approached by 24-year-old Kenny Mason and 25-year-old James Houston.

Police told Channel 9 that Mason and Houston were in the neighborhood trying to burglarize cars.

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Investigators said they believe the two men got their hands on a gun from an unlocked vehicle.

According to the Orlando Police Department, Mason and Houston approached the victim with the stolen gun and threatened to take his car and belongings.

When the victim tried to retreat into his home to safety, the men shot him, OPD said.

The victim was taken to hospital where, at last check, police said his condition was stable.

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Mason and Houston face numerous charges, including burglary, robbery, aggravated battery and attempted murder.

They are due to appear before a judge Monday at 1 p.m.

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