Deputy accidentally shoots himself

HOUSTON Houston Police Department investigators were called to the Houston Housing Authority offices in the 2600 block of Fountainview at Burgoyne around 12:30 p.m.

According to officials at the scene, a Precinct 6 Constable's Office deputy was in a remote area of the building when he accidentally discharged his weapon, hitting himself in the thigh.

The officer was conscious and alert and is expected to make a complete recovery, officials said.

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