“We were made aware that...

“We were made aware that newly-signed UFC competitor Joe Riggs was involved in an unfortunate accident last night. While cleaning his

photo: a pistol

"We were made aware that newly-signed UFC competitor Joe Riggs was involved in an unfortunate accident last night. While cleaning his permitted firearm , the gun discharged, injuring his hand and upper thigh. Riggs was transported to a nearby hospital in Arizona where he is being treated by physicians. We wish Joe a speedy recovery."
http://www.mmamania.com/2014/7/29/5949009/ufc-welterweight-joe-riggs-hospitalized-after-shooting-himself-arizona-mma