PASADENA, Calif. (TNND) — A California police department released video Friday showing a police officer accidentally shooting another officer in September as authorities continue to investigate what they describe as a “horseplay” incident.
The Pasadena Police Department said the officer-involved shooting occurred Sept. 7, 2025, in the department’s parking structure at 240 Ramona St.
“The incident involved Pasadena Police Department personnel and resulted in injuries to one officer, who has since recovered,” the department said in a news release.
Police said the video’s release was delayed to allow investigators to complete key investigative steps and protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation, in accordance with California law.
Pasadena Police Chief Gene Harris said the incident remains under investigation by the department and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
Investigators are continuing to review evidence, including video recordings, witness statements, forensic evidence and other relevant information, according to the department.
Harris described the incident as “unsafe and out-of-policy horseplay involving loaded firearms.”
California officer accidentally shoots fellow cop (Pasadena Police Department)
The brief dashboard camera video appears to show one officer jokingly pointing a handgun toward another officer seated inside a police vehicle. Moments later, the officer outside the vehicle is seen with his weapon holstered before doubling over in pain and clutching his arm.
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The identities of the officers have not been released, and it remains unclear whether either officer was placed on leave.