Police Investigate Possible Accidental Shooting In Central Omaha

A woman is hospitalized with life threatening injuries after suffering a gunshot wound Sunday afternoon.

The 57-year-old was found near 76th and Woolworth Ave around 3 p.m.

Omaha Fire Department paramedics took her to nearby CUMC-Bergan Mercy Hospital in critical condition.

The victim's 60-year-old husband told police officers that he accidentally fired a gun while unpacking from a trip, injuring his wife.

The investigation continues.


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