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South Fulton police officer shoots himself accidentally at gun range, officials say

Officials said the officer was injured at David L. Hagins Firing Range, a range used by law enforcement.

SOUTH FULTON, Ga. — A South Fulton Police officer accidentally shot himself Tuesday at a gun range in College Park.

Officials said the officer was injured at David L. Hagins Firing Range, a range used by law enforcement for training. He was trying to holster his gun when it discharged, hitting him in his leg. 

The officer was taken to a hospital for a non-life threatening injury. The officer was at the gun range, "qualifying for the yearly Georgia P.O.S.T mandated course," officials said.

 

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