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A man was arrested after a selfie with a handgun in the bathroom of an adult entertainment club went wrong on Friday.
St. Petersburg police said that the 34-year-old man went to the bathroom at Club Lust to take a selfie with the gun.
Somehow, the gun went off and the bullet went through to the women’s restroom next door.
Police said that the man tried to run. He was arrested and charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, possession of Xanax and possession of marijuana less than two grams.
It is unknown if anyone in the women’s restroom was injured by the bullet.
Gun violence is a huge problem across the United States. In fact, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control, someone in America is killed by gunfire every 15 minutes. While the Second Amendment allows people the right to bear arms, handling guns carelessly can result in real serious harm to innocent bystanders.
Guns should never be used or handled in a joking manner. Injured victims of gun accidents have the right to seek financial compensation for all damages. Our Florida Injury Lawyers at Whittel & Melton can help you recover the full amount for all medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering related to a gun accident. If you lost a loved one in an accidental shooting, we can help you file a wrongful death claim.
There is no excuse for handling a gun in a negligent manner. If you or someone you love has been the victim of an accidental shooting, please let us help you. Call us today at 727-823-0000 or contact us online for a free consultation.