Marine Sergeant Seriously Injured in Accidental Shooting by Subordinate
A Philippine Marine sergeant sustained serious injuries after being accidentally shot by a subordinate in Cotabato City. The bullet, fired while the subordinate was reportedly fixing his belongings, penetrated a thin wall and hit the victim in the upper left torso. The incident raises questions about unit discipline and safety protocols.
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