Fall River man accidentally shoots into neighbor’s apartment

Fall River Police responded to an apartment on Sunday after a reported accidental shooting.

According to Det. Sergeant Moses Pereira, at approximately 7:45 p.m., a licensed gun owner on North Main Street contacted the Department to advise that he had negligently discharged a round from his firearm while attempting to secure it. Officers responded to speak with the complainant.

All legally owned firearms were confiscated, pending review by the Department’s licensing officer.

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According to scanner transmissions, the bullet discharged into the neighbor’s apartment.

No injuries were reported.