Texas man calls 911 on himself after being injured during alleged break-in
An attempted burglary at a Texas car dealership was foiled after a man called 911 to report that he had injured himself during the break-in, according to the Tyler Police Department. The suspect, Jeremiah Megallon, was arrested after making the call for help.
The incident occurred around 3:45 a.m. on Thursday when Megallon called 911 to report that he had broken into the Patterson Dodge dealership and needed assistance. According to Public Information Officer Andy Erbaugh, Megallon had broken a window at the dealership and sustained cuts while trying to crawl through it in an attempt to steal a car.
Erbaugh mentioned that Megallon could have easily left the building through several unlocked doors, but he was unable to do so. Despite his efforts, he found himself trapped inside the dealership with no way out. The bizarre turn of events left the police officers surprised at the audacity of the suspect.
Upon investigation, it was revealed that the only damage caused to the dealership was the shattered window that Megallon had broken to gain entry. The only item stolen was candy from a salesperson’s desk, as confirmed by a staff member at the dealership.
After sustaining injuries during the failed burglary attempt, Megallon was taken to a hospital for treatment before being transferred to the Smith County Jail. He was charged with burglary of a building in connection with the incident.
Erbaugh recalled another peculiar case from his past experience, involving a retired dentist who called the police to confess to shooting and killing his wife following an argument. The suspect, Dr. Bobby Nichols, admitted to the crime, citing his wife’s nagging as the motive for the tragic incident. Nichols was ultimately sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of his wife.
This incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of crime and the strange circumstances that law enforcement officers encounter in the line of duty. The swift response by the Tyler Police Department prevented a potential theft and ensured that the perpetrator was held accountable for his actions.
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