While apparently “playing” with a .357 pistol, a Sabattus man was injured Friday night.
The 18-year-old held the pistol close to his face and pulled the trigger, according to the Sabattus Police Department.
He believed the gun was unloaded, but it went off, causing “catastrophic” injuries, police said.
The victim is expected to survive.
Two 16-year-olds witnessed the shooting, which remains under investigation.