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MN: Man is shot while turkey hunting in Minnesota

Man is shot while turkey hunting in Minnesota | Local News | voiceofalexandria.com

05/04/2023

Officials say a 54-year-old man is recovering after being shot by a fellow hunter who mistook him for a turkey. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says they responded to the shooting near the Bayport Wildlife Management Area yesterday. (Wednesday) Charges have not been filed against the 48-year-old hunter, who was with the victim’s hunting party. The victim is injured but is expected to survive.

Officials remind everyone to be extra cautious when out hunting.