NewsKTLA 5 – Local NewsNovember 1, 2026Los Angeles County
Director Michael Mann hospitalized after accidental shooting at L.A. gun range
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Film director Michael Mann sustained a superficial leg injury after a firearm accidentally discharged while holstered at a Los Angeles gun range on Saturday. Responding police officers confirmed the incident was accidental, and Mann was treated at a hospital and subsequently released in stable condition.
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The incident involved emergency police and medical response in West Los Angeles, though sources close to the filmmaker state that production on his upcoming film "Heat 2" will not be delayed.
Key Facts
- Director Michael Mann suffered a superficial leg injury at a Los Angeles gun range on Saturday when a gun accidentally discharged while holstered.
- Los Angeles Police Department units responded to a shots fired call at the 11000 block of Missouri Avenue around 4 p.m.
- Officers arriving at the scene determined the shooting was accidental and completed an injury report.
- Mann was transported to a hospital in stable condition, received treatment, and was released.
- Sources close to the filmmaker stated that the incident will not impact the scheduled January production start for "Heat 2".
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationPEOPLE“Media outlet reporting on the incident.”OrganizationLos Angeles Police Department“Law enforcement agency that responded to the scene.”OrganizationDeadline“Media outlet reporting on production schedules.”PersonMichael Mann“Film director who was hospitalized after an accidental shooting.”OrganizationTMZ“Media outlet reporting on the incident.”locationLos Angeles“City where the gun range incident took place.”