Police reported accidental shootings today in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Chicago, Illinois, two American cities already notably suffering from the ongoing pandemic of gun violence.

In Milwaukee, a 69-year old woman was struck by a random round fired outside her home.  Her suffered serious injuries, but is in stable condition at the hospital according to a police report.

In Chicago, a man shot himself in the hand while handling a gun. He was taken to the hospital in good condition. No other information was reported.

Sources:

“Non-fatal Shooting,” Milwaukee Police Department (November 19, 2021).

“5100 block of West Wellington on 19 NOV 2021 at approx: 2:54pm- 025th District” Chicago Police Department (November 19, 2021).