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Man accidently shoots self leaving gun show

INDIANAPOLIS — Police say a 54-year-old Indianapolis man was injured when he accidentally shot himself while leaving a gun show.

Indiana State Police say Emory L. Cozee was loading his .45 caliber semi-automatic when he shot himself in the hand Saturday afternoon as he was leaving the Indy 1500 Gun and Knife show at the state fairgrounds.

Loaded personal weapons are not allowed inside the show.

Cozee was taken to Wishard Hospital for treatment.

Police say the shooting was accidental and no charges will be filed.

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