Detroit Cop Wounded After Gun Goes Off In Downtown Municipal Bathroom
A routine bathroom break turned dangerous yesterday at Detroit’s Coleman A. Young Municipal Center when a city police officer accidentally discharged his firearm, authorities said. The officer sustained a gunshot wound to the lower torso, was transported to a hospital, and is reported to be in stable condition. Detroit police say the incident is under investigation.
Incident Details
According to the Detroit Free Press, the officer’s gun discharged while he was inside a bathroom at the downtown municipal building. He was promptly taken to a local hospital. Jalon Nelson, the department’s public information officer, confirmed the basic facts but officials have not released the officer’s name or confirmed whether he was on duty at the time.
Police Response and Investigation
FOX 2 Detroit reported that police described the shooting as an accidental discharge inside a bathroom at the municipal center. Investigators are reviewing the circumstances, and no other injuries have been reported. City officials have not disclosed how the weapon was being handled at the time or whether the officer might face any administrative action.
Location
The Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, located at 2 Woodward Ave., houses courts and several city offices in downtown Detroit.
Next Steps
Detroit police have said only that the case is under investigation. They have not indicated whether the officer has been placed on administrative duty or if an outside review will be requested. Officials are expected to release further information as the investigation continues.
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