Gun owner shot in the lower leg after weapon discharges during cleaning: Cary police

CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- A gun owner in Cary was treated for a gunshot wound after the weapon accidentally discharged, police said.

The person was shot while cleaning the weapon and the shooting is being investigated as an accidental discharge of a firearm, Cary police said.

According to police, the gun owner was treated for a minor injury to his lower leg and has already been released from the hospital.

Police said no charges will be filed against the gun owner.

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