The Brief A Waxahachie police officer was placed on administrative leave following an accidental gun discharge while serving a warrant on Oct. 10. The individual who was shot sustained a non-life-threatening injury and was taken to a medical facility. The Texas Rangers and the Waxahachie Police Department are currently investigating the incident.



A Waxahachie police officer has been placed on administrative leave after an accidental shooting during a warrant service, according to the Waxahachie police department.

What we know:

The Waxahachie Police Department assisted the Ellis County Sheriff's Office in serving an active warrant at about 10:59 a.m. Oct. 10 in the 100 block of Rusty Lane.

During the operation, a gun was discharged, resulting in an officer-involved shooting. Police said the discharge is believed to have been accidental.

The person who was shot was taken to a medical facility with what police described as a non-life-threatening injury.

Dig deeper:

The Waxahachie Police Department is conducting an internal investigation and has asked the Texas Rangers to conduct a separate investigation.

The officer involved will have the opportunity to speak with a peer-support team and professional counselors, according to the department. The department also will review its policies related to the incident.

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