‘Negligent discharge’ of Vancouver officer’s gun at police precinct under investigation

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – An investigation is underway after a police officer fired a gun inside a Vancouver Police Department precinct in early December, authorities announced Tuesday.

The agency said an officer notified their chain of command of the “negligent discharge” at the West Precinct on Dec. 8. The report prompted an internal investigation, and detectives are still working to gather details.

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No injuries were reported, according to VPD.

“Additionally, the Vancouver Police Department has requested an external third-party investigation,” officials said…

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