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Police officer accidentally shoots himself while on duty at Athens airport

Police officer accidentally shoots himself while on duty at Athens airport

A police officer accidentally shot himself in the stomach area when his service revolver went off while on duty at Athens International Airport on Thursday.

According to initial reports, the accident occurred while he was in his office. He was rushed to the Sismanogleio hospital, where he underwent surgery.

Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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