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Owen Co. Man Injured When Gun Discharges

Last updated on Monday, December 1, 2014

(QUINCY) - A 38-year-old Owen County man was reportedly injured from a gunshot wound to his leg by a small caliber rifle.

The man reported that his firearm accidentally discharged while crossing a fence.

Owen County Sheriff's Office, Indiana Conservation Officers, and EMS were dispatched to 8273 McFarren Rd., Gosport, Ind. Owen County dispatch was contacted and notified of the incident at 9:10 a.m., Sunday.

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the shooting. The victim was taken to Bloomington Hospital by ambulance. No information on his condition.

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