Resident Caught Robber in the Act

TYLER � A Tyler burglary suspect is in custody. It happened around 3:45 yesterday morning in the 1300 block of South Azalea Drive. Authorities said the caller�s husband and neighbor had caught the suspect and were holding him until officers arrived. Once on scene, the victim told officers he witnessed the suspect, Ronald Carter, 53, of Tyler, break into his vehicle and remove his property. The victim reportedly confronted Carter when a struggle ensued, slightly injuring the victim. Officers said Carter was then caught by the victim�s next door neighbor. He was booked into the Smith County jail on a robbery charge.