It happened shortly before 3 p.m. Tuesday at 5822 Ludington Dr., near Hillcroft and W. Bellfort Avenue.
Police say the homeowner was in his garage when the suspect approached him and said it was a robbery. That's when police say the homeowner managed to get the suspect's gun and shot him.
The suspect died at a nearby hospital, according to police.
The suspect's identity has not yet been released. Officials say the case will go before a grand jury.