Mangaluru: A man was injured in an accidental shooting at a second-hand bazaar in Vamanjoor, on the outskirts of the city. The incident occurred when the victim, Safwan, mistook a revolver placed on a table for a toy and accidentally shot himself.
Incident details
Safwan, who had come to the bazaar to make a purchase, reportedly picked up a revolver left unattended on a table by Bhaskar. Believing it to be a toy, he placed it against his stomach and pulled the trigger.
The accidental firing resulted in injuries to Safwan, who is now receiving treatment at a private hospital in Padil.
Investigation underway
Authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to the mishap, including how the revolver came to be left unsecured in a public marketplace. The presence of a loaded firearm in such a setting has raised concerns about safety and accountability.
Further details are awaited as police continue their inquiry.