A Sergeant First Class died in a privately owned weapon mishap 9 February 2019 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at 1530 local. The Soldier was handling or cleaning his privately owned handgun at his residence when he was struck by a discharged round.

ENGAGEMENT TIPS:

• Always THINK weapons safety!


• Treat every weapon as if it is loaded.


• Handle every weapon with care.


• Identify the target before you fire.


• Never point the muzzle at anything you don’t intend to shoot.


• Keep the weapon on safe and your finger off the trigger until you intend to fire.

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