Man shot dead by fellow hunter in southern France

The death of the 73-year-old is being treated as an accident

A view of three men wearing hi-vis jackets on a hunt

He was shot by a fellow hunter who was reportedly trying to reload his weapon (stock image for illustration only)

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William Upton William Upton

Published Monday 23 December 2024 - 16:33 Modified Monday 23 December 2024 - 17:19

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