STOCKTON, Alabama — A father accidentally shot his shot after slipping during a hunting trip in North Baldwin over the Thanksgiving weekend.

According to a press release issued Saturday by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s office, deputies responded to a call at approximately 9:30 a.m. Saturday to the Upper Delta Wildlife Management Area in the Stockton community.

“Once on scene, deputies learned that Thomas Catrett accidentally shot his son, Adam Catrett, in the leg during a hunting trip,” according to the release. “This incident occurred when Thomas Catrett lost his footing while crossing a creek.”

Adam Catrett sustained a significant injury to his lower right leg as a result of the shooting. Adam was stabilized by a friend who was hunting with him until medical personnel and deputies arrived. Adam was carried to a clear area before being transported by helicopter to a nearby hospital. His current condition is unknown.

Investigators with the Baldwin County Sherriff’s Office are investigating the incident along with Officers of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.