A tragic incident occurred during a hunting trip in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, when a 26-year-old hunter was accidentally shot and killed. The incident took place Tuesday morning (December 2) near Vincent Tram Road in Milford Township. The Pennsylvania Game Commission reported that the victim was part of a 24-member hunting group engaged in a "deer drive," a tactic used to move deer toward waiting hunters.
During the drive, a buck unexpectedly broke through the line of drivers, prompting two hunters to fire their weapons. Unfortunately, one of the shots struck the victim in the hip, who was about 127 yards away from the shooter. The hunter was transported to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is investigating the incident as a fatal hunting-related shooting accident. No charges have been filed at this time. The firearm season for deer hunters in Pennsylvania had just begun the previous weekend, adding to the number of hunters in the area. The investigation is ongoing, and the victim's identity has not been released.
This incident highlights the importance of safety and awareness during hunting activities. As the investigation continues, authorities are working to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.