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International Business Times
18 hours ago
- International Business Times
Who Was Shelby Hurd? Burglar Shot Dead by Mom Protecting Her Child During Home Invasion Was Career Criminal
The burglar who was shot dead by a mother while she hid her baby in a closet during a home invasion turned out to be a repeat offender who had only been freed from jail months before the incident. Shelby Hurd, 36, was killed last Tuesday after being shot in the head while breaking into a mother's home in Joliet, Illinois. Hurd had only been released on parole this February over a slew of prior burglary convictions, according to Patch. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to two different burglary cases that took place just 10 days apart in March 2022. The burglary and Hurd's death are being investigated by cops. Career Criminal Killed at Last Shelby Hurd X Hurd was sentenced to four years in prison with 170 days credited for time already served, but it remains unclear how he was released back into the community in early 2025. He had also served earlier jail terms for 2019 charges that included burglary of a vehicle, possession of a stolen car, and unlawful possession of a weapon as a convicted felon. His Facebook page featured several troubling posts, including one made shortly after his release from prison this year, where he wrote: "Sacrificed my peace and sleep." "I did some sh (sic) you couldn't imagine." In another April 2023 post — made before his most recent prison sentence — Hurd wrote: "I'm from the streets... Better look both ways before you cross me." Hurd carried out his final burglary on Tuesday, August 12, around 10:30 p.m., when he broke into the home of a woman he didn't know, police said. He was reportedly wearing gloves and carrying a screwdriver at the time. Realizing someone was breaking in, the mother hurried to an upstairs bedroom with her newborn. She hid the baby in a closet to protect them just as Hurd forced his way into the room. Killed by Brave Mother The home where Shelby Hurd tried to carry out his final burglary before being shot dead by a protective mother X The mother fired her weapon, striking Hurd in the head, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The terrifying incident unfolded last week in a quiet suburban neighborhood lined with spacious homes and greenery. Joliet is located about 40 miles southwest of Chicago. While downtown Joliet is known for its crime issues, the break-in took place about seven miles to the west in a much quieter neighborhood. Joliet Police said the investigation into both the burglary and the shooting is still ongoing, adding that the mother who killed Hurd is fully cooperating. On the department's Facebook page, many commenters praised the woman, with one even suggesting she be honored with the freedom of the city. Illinois does not have a "stand your ground" statute, instead urging residents to retreat before resorting to deadly force. However, exceptions exist — including situations involving a home invasion, like the one that took place last week.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
Burglar shot and killed by mother protecting her baby during home invasion is identified - and his past is terrifying
A burglar shot and killed by a mother as she hid her baby in a closet during a home invasion was a serial criminal who'd only recently been freed from jail. Shelby Hurd, 36, died last Tuesday after being blasted in the head with a bullet while entering the unidentified mother's home in Joliet, Illinois. Patch reported that Hurd was only freed on parole in February this year over a slew of previous burglary convictions. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to two separate burglary incidents that took place 10 days apart in March 2022. Hurd was sentenced to four years with 170 days credit for time served. It is unclear how he ended up being freed back onto the streets in early 2025. The burglar also spent previous stints behind bars over 2019 charges for burglary of a vehicle, possession of a stolen vehicle and being a felon in possession of a weapon. His Facebook profile contained numerous disturbing posts, including one shortly after his release from prison earlier this year where he said: 'Sacrificed my peace and sleep. 'I did some sh (sic) you couldn't imagine.' Another post made in April 2023 - before Hurd's most recent incarceration - said: 'I'm from the streets… Better look both ways before you cross me.' Hurd's final burglary saw him break into the home of the woman - who he did not know - around 10:30pm on Tuesday August 12. He was wearing gloves and carrying a screwdriver, police say. The mother who was in the house realized it was being broken into and rushed to an upstairs bedroom with her newborn. She placed the infant in a closet to try and keep them safe just as Hurd burst into that room. The mom opened fire and shot Hurd in the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Last week's horror took place on a peaceful suburban street whose large homes are surrounded by greenery. Joliet sits around 40 miles southwest of Chicago. The city's downtown area is known to have a crime problem, but the burglary took place about seven miles west in a very quiet area. Joliet Police said an investigation into the burglary and shooting was ongoing. They said the mother who shot and killed Hurd was cooperating fully. Many commenters on Joliet Police Department's Facebook post about the shooting hailed the mother, with one even calling for her to be granted the freedom of the city. Illinois does not have a 'stand your ground' law, with locals encouraged to try and retreat before using deadly force. But exceptions apply - including during a home invasion such as the one that unfolded last week.
CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
Suspect fatally shot during home invasion in Joliet, Illinois, identified
The suspect who was shot and killed by a woman during a home invasion on Friday night was identified. The Will County Coroner identified the man as 36-year-old Shelby Hurd. Joliet police said the woman heard someone break into her home in the 7000 block of Hadrian Drive. She grabbed a gun and her child, and then both hid in a bedroom closet on the second floor. Police said when the suspect entered the bedroom, the woman opened fire, killing Hurd. The suspect, who is unknown to the victim, was wearing gloves and in possession of a screwdriver at the time of the incident. Investigation into the incident remains ongoing. Anyone with video footage or information about the incident is asked to contact the Joliet Police Department Investigation Division at 815-724-3020 or the Will County Crime Stoppers at 800-323-6734.
