Teen, 14, being credited with helping save dad's life after accidental shooting.

4years ago

LaPorte County news, Indiana news.

A 14-year-old boy helped save his father's life after an accidental shootout in LaPorte County, Indiana.

Vincent Fischer, a resident of Valparaiso, and his son had gone hunting Sunday morning in the fishing and wildlife area of Kingsbury. The latter tried to put his gun in a holster.

The son immediately used a belt to create a tourniquet and called 911.

Fischer is in a stable cond and he should recover.

Indiana's conservation officers are investigating this incident.