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PARKLAND, Wash. – Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a car owner injured in Parkland on Thursday night. 

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Deputies responded to a report of a car prowl that resulted in a shooting near 146th Street Court South and Pacific Avenue South. 

According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, a person called 911 to report he had stopped someone from breaking into his car and was holding the suspect at gunpoint. 

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Investigators said the caller then reported gunshots. 

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When deputies arrived at the scene, they found the 911 caller had multiple gunshot wounds and immediately gave him first aid. He is expected to survive from his injuries. 

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Investigators said the suspect, who was wearing a clown mask, left behind a white Hyundai at the scene. It was reported stolen from the Seattle area. 

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Deputies searched the area and behind a nearby home, they found several guns and a clown mask in the street. 

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According to investigators, it appeared the suspect was picked up by someone in another car before deputies could find them. 

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Deputies believe there are three juvenile male suspects involved. 

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Anyone with information about the incident, can message or submit anonymous tips to Crimestoppers on the P3Tips app, tpcrimestoppers.com or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).