2 Injured After Gun Accidentally Discharges, Police Say

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – A man and woman were injured after the man's gun accidentally discharged in Southwest Philadelphia, according to police. The incident happened on the 5400 block of Givson Drive at 9:45 a.m. Saturday.

Officials say a 58-year-old man suffered a graze wound to his right thigh when his gun accidentally discharged. His condition is unknown at this time.

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A 56-year-old woman suffered shrapnel injuries to the left calf. She was transported to an area hospital in a Lyft and listed in stable condition.

Police are investigating.

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