Man shot after allegedly breaking into house

A Glendale man was shot and injured while allegedly robbing a home in Van Nuys on Monday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Around 11 p.m., Grachia Nalbanyan, 25, gained entry into a residence in the 6200 block of Matilija Avenue, Officer Sara Faden said.

Nalbanyan came across the homeowner and attacked him, but the victim managed to shoot the suspect with a handgun, Faden said.

Nalbanyan was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and was already on probation for firearms possession.

Paramedics transported Nalbanyan to a local hospital, but was later cleared for booking. He was transported to the Los Angeles County Jail, where he will continue to receive treatment for his injury, Faden said.

Anyone with information about the alleged home invasion is asked to call the Van Nuys Detective Desk at (818) 374-0040.