And Chilean Army corporal was injured by a shot fired, initially accidentally, by a conscript soldier. This was reported by the institution in a statement, where they indicated that the armed incident occurred on the afternoon of this Friday, November 14 at the “Beta” Border Observation Post, dependent on the “Arica and Parinacota” Border Area Headquarters. The events were recorded during the relief work of the troops who were deployed in that border area.
He conscript soldier manipulated his service weapons and accidentally fired a shot. The bullet hit the right leg of a second corporal, who was injured as a result of the accident. Both troops belong to the Motorized Brigade No. 4 “Rancagua,” the Army said.
Immediately after the event, all health protocols established for these emergencies were activated. Military personnel at the scene provided first aid to the injured second corporal, with the aim of stabilizing his condition before a more specialized transfer.
He The affected person was urgently transferred to the Arica Regional Hospital to receive medical attention.. The military institution confirmed that the second corporal is stable, conscious and out of life risk.
Investigation underway for Army corporal injured by soldier’s shot
In parallel with medical care, Motorized Brigade No. 4 “Rancagua” initiated a summary administrative investigation.
In the statement, the Brigade stated: “During the relief work of the troops deployed in the area, a Conscript Soldier manipulated his service weapons, accidentally firing a shot that wounded a Second Corporal in his right leg.”
The text adds that “the health protocols were immediately activated, first aid was provided to the affected person, and he was transferred to the Arica Regional Hospital where he is stable, conscious and not at risk of life.”
Regarding the steps to follow, the institution stated in the same statement: “At the same time, a summary administrative investigation was initiated in order to clarify the facts and determine possible responsibilities.”
Support and protocols
The Motorized Brigade No. 4 “Rancagua” assured that it maintains permanent support for the injured second corporal and his family.
In addition, the institution reiterated its commitment to the strict application of security protocols. “The Motorized Brigade No. 4 ‘Rancagua’ reiterates its permanent control in the application of security protocols in the handling of weapons,” the statement concluded.
Review the Army statement here: