Milton Police Department today responded to Santa Rosa Medical Center following reports of a reckless discharge of a firearm on the hospital campus.
Upon arrival, officers determined that an inmate from Blackwater River Correctional Facility—who was at the hospital receiving medical attention and under the supervision of correctional staff—had gained access to a firearm belonging to one of the guards. The inmate then discharged a round from the weapon.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The offender was quickly subdued and taken into custody without further incident…