Broussard Police say a customer at a local hunting supply store was shot accidentally Thursday as a store employee was clearing the customer’s pistol.

According to a press release, Broussard Police officers responded to a report of an accidental discharge of a firearm Thursday morning. Officers arrived at Buckfins and Feathers in the 600 block of Albertson Parkway where they learned that an employee was given a handgun by a customer. The employee was attempting to clear the weapon when he accidentally fired it.

A bullet struck the customer in the leg. Employees of the business administered first aid to the customer until medical personnel arrived.

The customer was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and listed in stable condition. Witness statements as well as surveillance from the store confirm that the discharge was accidental.

No charges are expected or pending.