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26-year-old injured in accidental air‑gun blast in Damoh, pellets lodged in foot
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 09:01 AM
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A 26‑year‑old man was wounded when a fire erupted while cleaning an air gun in Damoh; pellets entered his foot and he was taken to the district hospital.
Damoh, Madhya Pradesh – While attempting to clean an air gun at his residence, a 26‑year‑old man experienced an unexpected discharge that caused a small fire. The blast propelled several pellets into his foot, inflicting a painful injury.
The victim’s relatives rushed him to the district hospital where medical staff attended to the wound and removed the lodged pellets. He was stabilized and kept under observation for any complications.
Police arrived at the scene, recorded the victim’s statement and have opened an inquiry into the incident. Investigators are checking the legality of the air gun’s possession and the circumstances that led to the accidental discharge.
Authorities have reminded the public that firearms, including air guns, must be handled with strict safety measures and that owners should ensure proper licensing and storage to prevent similar mishaps.
The victim’s relatives rushed him to the district hospital where medical staff attended to the wound and removed the lodged pellets. He was stabilized and kept under observation for any complications.
Police arrived at the scene, recorded the victim’s statement and have opened an inquiry into the incident. Investigators are checking the legality of the air gun’s possession and the circumstances that led to the accidental discharge.
Authorities have reminded the public that firearms, including air guns, must be handled with strict safety measures and that owners should ensure proper licensing and storage to prevent similar mishaps.