Hunter injures hand when shotgun blows up

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Story Published: Dec 29, 2009 at 2:40 PM MDT

Story Updated: Dec 29, 2009 at 2:46 PM MDT

By KBCI Web Staff

BOISE - An Idaho man severely injured his hand after the shotgun he was using blew up while hunting.

Idaho County Sheriff's officials say on Christmas Shawn Crea, 46, was bird hunting in Idaho County near Highway 7 and Bryant Road. When Crea fired the gun, officials say the shotgun exploded - severely injuring his left hand.

None of the Bellevue man's hunting companions were in the immediate vicinity, but his cries for help were heard by nearby hunters Andy Terhaar and Greg Adams who called 911 for assistance.

Terhaar transported Crea to the roadway to meet Syringa Hospital's ambulance, which transported him to St. Mary's hospital. Crea was then taken to Lewiston and then transferred to Spokane for further treatment.

Investigation into the cause of the explosion continues however, initial information indicates an improperly hand loaded shell may have been the cause.

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