A Newnan man is recovering after accidentally shooting himself early Saturday morning inside a home in the first block of Ball Street.

According to Newnan Police Deputy Chief Mark Cooper, the victim was putting a gun in his pocket when the weapon accidentally went off.

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The victim suffered a cut to the leg and was taken to Piedmont Newnan hospital, Cooper said.

The victim needed a few stitches and was released to go home.

According to Cooper, the victim admitted the shooting was self-inflicted and accidental.

No charges will be filed.