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Hunter Shot On First Day Of Ohio Deer Gun Season

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November 29, 2010

Hunter Shot On First Day Of Ohio Deer Gun Season Ohio Division Of Wildlife Investigates Carrollton Incident

CARROLL COUNTY, Ohio — A Carrollton man is being treated at Aultman Hospital after he was shot in the leg by a fellow hunter Monday afternoon.

According to the Ohio Division of Wildlife, Stephen Dowell, 46, was shot just after 4 p.m. while hunting in the southeastern corner of the county.

Rescuers used all-terrain vehicles to carry Dowell from the woods to a waiting medical helicopter. His condition was not immediately available.

A wildlife officer told NEWS9 charges could be filed, but that will not be determined until the investigation is complete.