It happened around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday in the 1000 block of S. 18th Street in South Philadelphia.
Police say the victim was seen picking through the trash of a man's house. The homeowner then confronted the victim, shooting him twice in the lower back and leg.
Neighbors helped the victim, who police believe is homeless, until he was taken to the hospital, where he is listed in stable condition.
The homeowner stayed at the scene and a gun was recovered by police.
So far, police say no charges are pending.
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