Gun discharge accidental or intent unknown · Gunshot wounds
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at PARAGON SYSTEMS, INC., 610 S. Canal St., CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60607
on — Gunshot wounds , affecting the Leg(s) unspecified.
Final narrative
On June 25, 2025, a security employee was walking into a facility ahead of their shift when their firearm discharged. The employee suffered a gunshot wound to the right leg.
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