Update: At 2:45 p.m., the public information officer, Captain David Payne, told TheBayNet.com that the officer involved in the shooting was a federal officer. It has been confirmed that the shooting was accidental and that the officers condition is non life threatening.

Huntingtown, Md- At approximately 11:47 a.m., the Calvert County Emergency Communications Center was advised of an officer involved shooting in the 5700 block of Stephen Reid Road.

It was reported that the officer was removing his gun from its holster, when the gun went off, and shot the officer in the leg.

An investigation is ongoing at this time. There is no word on the condition of the officer. Motorists who may be bound for this area should expect heavy police activity and delays.