Guide Killed in One of Two Hunting Accidents

On private property in Halfway, Oregon, 73-year-old Leroy George Trautman’s rifle unintentionally discharged, killing his hunting guide, 62-year-old Jon Marshall Nichols. Trautman and another man were riding in a side-by-side with Nicholas, when they spotted a herd of elk and got out of the vehicle. Trautman’s rifle fired as he chambered a round, fatally striking Nicholas in the back. The incident is under investigation.

While hunting in Lewistown, Montana, a man was accidentally shot in the leg. His injuries were not life-threatening and he is expected to recover.

Sources:

“Hunting Guide Suffers Fatal Gunshot Wound Near Halfway,” argusobserver.com (November 11, 2024).

“Man Accidentally Shot While Hunting Near Lewistown, Recovering,” kulr8.com (November 11, 2024).