Man injured in accidental shooting at Freedom Firearms range in Beachwood
Beachwood, NJ – A man suffered a wrist injury after an apparent accidental discharge at a local gun range late Saturday morning, prompting a police investigation and response from multiple units.
Officers arrived at Freedom Firearms Unlimited on Double Trouble Road at exactly 11:11 a.m. following reports of a gunshot wound. The man was found with an injury to his wrist and transported for medical evaluation. He was reported in stable condition, according to police.
The Beachwood Police Department confirmed that a preliminary investigation indicated the shooting was accidental. Officers remained on the scene into the afternoon gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
There is no ongoing threat to the public, and officials say the incident appears to be isolated within the gun range facility. The exact cause of the discharge and the identity of the person injured have not yet been released.
The indoor shooting range remained closed to the public during the initial investigation. Law enforcement did not confirm whether the injured person was a customer or employee of the facility.
No charges have been filed at this time, and the incident remains under investigation by Beachwood Police.
Key Points
- A man suffered a wrist injury in an accidental shooting at Freedom Firearms Unlimited in Beachwood.
- Police say the incident occurred at 11:11 a.m. and the victim is in stable condition.
- Beachwood Police confirmed there is no threat to the public and the investigation is ongoing.
