Hamilton police say a 65-year-old man and a 24-year-old he allegedly shot trying to break into his house knew each other before the incident.
Police say that the investigation into the altercation Thursday night has revealed that it wasn't random.
They say the unarmed 24-year-old tried to force himself into the home and was shot.
He then fled and later showed up in hospital where he still remains.
Police say they have charged the 24-year-old with break and enter and the homeowner faces an assault charge and several firearm-related charges.