New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) A man allegedly shot himself in the chest while his friend was recording a video of him loading a pistol in east Delhi’s Dallupura, police said on Tuesday.
According to police, the incident was captured on camera, even though the person filming appeared unaware of his friend Pawan’s intentions.
In the video, Pawan can be seen inserting a magazine into a licensed pistol and loading the weapon. The man recording the act can be heard giving him tips on how to load the firearm and cautioning him not to fire it.
Moments later, Pawan places the pistol against the left side of his chest, briefly looks towards the camera and pulls the trigger before collapsing on the ground, with the man recording the act expressing shock.
Though police rushed Pawan to a hospital, he died during treatment, officials said.
Further probe is underway, police said. PTI BM ARI
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