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Two Weld County Deputies Injured in Training Gun Discharge

The incident occurred near the end of a firearms session at the Sam Brownlee Training Center in Carr.

Overview

  • The sheriff's office says a deputy discharged a firearm while securing gear off the firing line, injuring themselves and another deputy.
  • Both deputies were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • The discharge happened at approximately 3:17 p.m. Tuesday, according to the agency.
  • An internal investigation is underway, and the sheriff's office reports no danger to the public.
  • The agency has not released the deputies' identities or additional details; the training center opened last year.