LITHONIA, Ga. -- A burglar who broke into a Lithonia home was shot in the buttocks by the homeowner, police said.

The burglary happened at about 11:30 a.m. at the home on Gadwell Circle.

The intruder was taken to a hospital with moderate injuries, police said. The intruder’s name was not released.

Investigators said no charges are expected to be filed against the homeowner, who was not identified by police.