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Gerald M. Monahan, Jr.
Chief of Police

1395 Dunlawton Ave.
Port Orange, FL 32129
386-506-5800


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                 News Release                                           

03/12/09

Assistant Chief of Police
Wayne M. Miller
Public Information Officer
(386) 506-5810
Office (386) 506-5810
Fax (386) 756-5311

             INTERNAL INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED INTO OFFICER'S ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING

The initial investigation involving Officer Gerald Zito regarding Wednesday’s incident revealed that Officer Zito was alone in the training room examining a .22 caliber handgun which he was considering for purchase to carry off duty. While in the process of dismantling the firearm, an accidental discharge occurred subsequently resulting in a gunshot wound to Officer Zito’s lower abdomen. An internal investigation is underway.