Sheriff's Deputy Accidentally Shoots Self While Chasing 2 Suspects In Wilmington

WILMINGTON (CBSLA.com) — A sheriff's deputy accidentally discharged his weapon Wednesday while chasing a man and woman who drove in a stolen vehicle.

According to the Carson Sheriff's Department, deputies chased after the suspects who traveled in a green Honda Civic.

At one point, the suspects bailed from the vehicle on foot.

During the pursuit, a deputy accidentally fired a round from his gun, which subsequently struck his left calf. An update on his condition was not immediately available.

The chase ended in the area of North Henry Ford Avenue and Alameda Street by the railroad tracks in Wilmington.

A woman was arrested at the scene. Authorities said a Hispanic man, the driver of the stolen vehicle, remains at large.

The investigation is ongoing.