Texas gun club opening: employee shoots himself in hand

Things didn’t go so well during the grand opening week of the Frisco Gun Club in Texas after an employee shot himself in the hand just 24 hours after the club opened its doors.

Police say that the incident at the $12 million facility was an accident and no foul play was suspected.

The vice president of marketing for the club, Brandon Johnson, explained what happened in a statement.

“On the evening of December 14, 2013, while assisting a member with a jammed firearm, an experienced range officer at the Frisco Gun Club slightly injured his hand when the firearm accidentally discharged while pointing downrange. The range officer was transported to Medical Center of Plano, where he was treated and released for injuries which were not life threatening. No other patrons or staff were injured in this incident.”

The handgun that accidentally misfired was a Ruger 9-millimeter. Following the shooting, an ambulance was called and business at the club went on as if nothing had happened.

With 40 indoor gun ranges and a retail showroom, The Frisco Gun Club is the largest indoor shooting range in the U.S.

Here’s the club’s statement about its safety procedures:

“Range safety officers and concierge staff are on vigilant to help keep the range safe. If you need or request advice or help with your shooting, concierge staff is here to help. And if you become aware of a safety issue at Frisco Gun Club, please contact a safety officer immediately. The expectation of Frisco Gun Club is that all members and guests handle firearms safely and responsibly.”

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