BCSO: Corrections officer accidentally shot himself

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — A corrections officer at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) is recovering after accidentally shooting himself in the foot.

Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) said the incident happened outside of the MDC security checkpoint around 12:30 on Friday.

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BCSO stated the shooting was reported as an accidental discharge. No inmates or other officers were involved.

Officials said the officer was treated and released from the hospital. BCSO and MDC are investigating.

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