NY: DEC investigates hunting accident

DEC investigates hunting accident

05/16/2009

COLONIE, N.Y. -- Two men are recovering after a hunting accident in Colonie. Police say four men were turkey hunting in the woods off Troy-Schenectady Road, near Keeler Motors early Saturday morning.

According to police, David Ferrara, 41, who is an Albany County Corrections officer, fired the bird shot. Anthony and Vincent Santoro were hit in the face, chest, and shoulders.

The injuries weren't serious, and both men have already been released from the hospital. Police say the incident is being investigated by the Department of Environmental Conservation.

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