First rule of gun safety...
No Mens Rea it would seem.
Dumbness? Yes. Total detachment from reality and the laws of physics. Totally.
But he had no intention of harming his friend.
how many rules of gun safety DIDN’T he follow?
Are there any?
Check if loaded first
Check the safety
Never point it at someone
Don’t pull the trigger unless you are firing or checking
Exactly
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famous pistolero kills co worker..
...don't be a Barney...