Jun 13, 2022

Police investigate accidental Kansas shooting

Posted Jun 13, 2022 11:00 PM

SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating what appears to be an accidental shooting.

Just after 5a.m. Sunday, police received a call for service of a person who arrived at a Topeka hospital who appeared to be suffering from a gunshot wound, according to Lt. Jerry Monasmith.

A private vehicle transported the victim to the hospital and the injuries proved non-life-threatening at this time, according to Monasmith.

The follow-up investigation by detectives confirmed the shooting was unintentional.  Police released no additional information Monday afternoon.