SAN DIEGO—A sheriff’s deputy’s service weapon was discharged at San Diego’s Scripps Mercy Hospital on June 2 during a struggle with an inmate treated and released for booking who tried to take the deputy’s gun.
The incident was reported at about 3:30 p.m. at the hospital at 4077 Fifth Ave. in Hillcrest, according to San Diego Sheriff’s Department Lt. Karen Mullins.
“While preparing to depart the hospital room, a struggle ensued and the incarcerated person assaulted the deputy and tried to gain control of his firearm,” Mullins said. “The incarcerated person made suicidal statements during the fight.”…