POWHATAN COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — A firearm discharged inside a Powhatan residence, sending one person to the hospital.

Deputies say the incident occurred in the 2600 block of Maidens Road.

According to deputies, the victim was taken to a nearby hospital ‘conscious and communicating.’

Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office adds there is no threat to the community.

An investigation is ongoing.

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