A Missoula man is facing criminal charges after an accident that occurred outside of the Lucky Strike Casino in Missoula on Monday night, September 22.

"At about 5:30, officers responded to a location in the 1500 block of Dearborn avenue, to the report of a male that had accidentally shot himself," said Missoula Police Department Public Information Officer Travis Welsh. "Officers responded, as well as EMS, the male was initially transported for medical treatment."

After being released from the hospital, the man received a few criminal charges.

"He was arrested for charges involving negligent endangerment and issues with his weapon, Welsh said. "He is identified as 29-year-old Lance Rishel and he will be appearing on those charges in Municipal Court."

According to Welsh, no other property or persons were damaged in the shooting. It appears that alcohol was a factor in the accident.

 

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