A former sheriff's deputy in Ocala, Florida, has been charged with manslaughter after fatally shooting his girlfriend while cleaning guns at home. Authorities say the shooting was accidental.
Marion County Sheriff's Deputy Leslie Boileau said the shooting was an accident. The incident happened on Thursday at a home in Ocala in the north-central part of Florida .
Boileau said the two of them were cleaning and handling some guns in the house when one of the weapons discharged. Boileau's wife suffered a gunshot wound to the forehead and later died. Police said they found a 9-millimeter handgun in the victim's lap and a rifle at the scene. Authorities charged Boileau with manslaughter.
“We are deeply saddened by this tragic incident. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time," said"The Ocala Police Department is working with the State Attorney's Office to ensure justice is served.” He served in the Marion County Sheriff's Office for eight years. The department fired him immediately after it learned about what happened.
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