A man cleaning his gun accidentally shot himself in the abdomen on Sunday, according to the Dartmouth Police Department. Police responded to the man’s residence around 1:05 p.m. after the man called 911.

While cleaning his 9mm handgun, the man accidently shot himself in the abdomen. When police arrived, he was awake and alert in his driveway. He was transported by ambulance to Rhode Island Hospital. His current condition is unknown.

"This incident should serve as a very important reminder to everyone of both the responsibility and potential dangers associated with owning and maintaining a firearm,” Chief Brian P. Levesque said in a release. “We are happy that this story didn't have a more tragic ending, and wish this gentleman a speedy and successful recovery."