Moped Pursuit Ends in Tragedy

Two women shot by gun dropped during moped pursuit

Two women shot by gun dropped during moped pursuit

Two women were injured when a gun accidentally went off after being dropped during a moped pursuit in the city yesterday. The incident occurred on Main Street around 5 p.m. as police were chasing two suspects on a moped.

According to eyewitnesses, the suspects were speeding down the street when the driver lost control and the gun fell out of his pocket. The gun hit the ground and went off, hitting two bystanders who were walking nearby.

The women were rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and are expected to make a full recovery. The suspects were apprehended by the police and are now facing charges for reckless driving and possession of a firearm.

This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of carrying firearms and the importance of gun safety. It also highlights the risks involved in high-speed pursuits and the potential for innocent bystanders to be harmed.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is shaken by the events of yesterday and is hopeful that steps will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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