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NJ:Deer hunter accidentally shoots into Flanders homeDeer hunter accidentally shoots into Flanders home (I'm so glad it was accidental!) Owner returns to find half-inch hole in wall, shotgun slug on floor JANUARY 14, 2009 MOUNT OLIVE -- A shotgun slug was found in a man's bedroom on Monday after a deer hunter apparently misfired, authorities said. At about 3:30 p.m., John Zaneski, 59, returned to his Tinc Road home in Flanders and found a half-inch hole in his wall and a shotgun slug on his bedroom floor, according to police department spokesman Officer Russ Hatzel. A shotgun slug is a heavy lead projectile used to hunt deer, he said. There were no injuries reported at the home, which borders a wooded area where hunting deer and small game is legal. "It appears that a hunter took a shot and missed," Hatzel said. "All persons engaged in hunting are reminded that it is unlawful to discharge a firearm within 450 feet of a structure or road way, and in addition, all firearms safety rules must be followed, including knowing one's target and what is beyond." A red pick-up truck was seen in the area, but the make and model of the vehicle are unknown. Police are asking anyone with information to contact Officer Scott Price at (973) 691-0850, ext. 7585. Return to Hunting Accident Index
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