NORTHEAST OF MILNER, N.D. — We now have confirmation on what appears to be an accidental shooting northeast of Milner, North Dakota, near the Hooerai Colony.
Sargent County Sheriff tells TRF News a man was shot while trapping on a slough. The person who fired the shot was using a thermal scope on a rifle. That individual told law enforcement he believed he was shooting at a coyote.
The latest information the sheriff had was that the victim was hospitalized.
Where it happened
Sheriff Paper is with Sargent County, which sits just south of the Ransom County line. The sheriff says the actual shooting occurred in Ransom County.
We are expecting more information from the Ransom County Sheriff later.
What we know so far
- The incident appears accidental, based on preliminary information.
- A man was shot while trapping on a slough northeast of Milner.
- A thermal scope was involved, according to the sheriff.
- The shooter told investigators they thought the target was a coyote.
- The victim was reported hospitalized as of the latest update.
Developing story
This is a developing story. Details may change as investigators confirm information. We will update as soon as the Ransom County Sheriff’s Office releases more.
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I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.