A man shopping at a Walmart in Venice, Florida, accidentally shot himself in the groin while adjusting a holstered firearm in his waistband. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident on Thursday morning after receiving reports of gunfire within the store.

Incident Details

According to the Sheriff’s Office, surveillance footage showed the man entering the Walmart with a gun holstered in his shorts. While adjusting the weapon, it discharged, striking him in the groin area. The authorities have confirmed that the shooting was accidental and posed no threat to the public.

Ongoing Investigation

As of now, officials have not disclosed the man’s current medical condition or whether he was transported to a hospital for treatment. It remains unclear if any legal charges will be filed against him for the accidental discharge of the firearm inside the retail establishment.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, reviewing surveillance footage and gathering additional information as needed.

Original reporting: Tampa Bay Florida News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.