Scott DeShields Jr. is a gun enthusiast. He is widely known for filming shooting videos which he shares on his YouTube channel “Kentucky Ballistics”. He gained notoriety around with world when a routine filming session turned into a harrowing experience. It has been almost three years since the Kentucky Ballistics accident happened, but people are still scrounging weblogs to learn what happened and what the near-death experience was for famous YouTuber Scott DeShields Jr. In the following sections, the Kentucky Ballistics Accident has been explained in detail. Be with this page until you go through it to the end. Swipe down the page.
What Was The Kentucky Ballistics Accident?
Scott DeShields Jr.’s engaging content which revolves around firearms and guns, has gained him notoriety throughout the world. But he also experienced a near-death incident in his career. It was April 9, 2021, when Scott DeShields Jr. was filming his Serbu RN 50 rifle which is an emphatic single-shot .50 caliber gun. The ammunition was military surplus Saboted Light Armor Penetrator (SLAP) rounds, known for their armor-piercing and high-velocity qualities. But due to using old rounds in it, it showed unexpected and unprecedented behavior. Shift to the next section and read what happened next.
Scott DeShields Jr.’s Serbu RN 50 rifle exploded more than 50 shots because of an overcharged SLAP round. As a result, YouTuber Scott DeShields Jr. was struck by a heavy piece of metal in the face, causing several apparent injuries. Speaking of Scott’s injuries, the wounds were extensive and included a punctured right lung, a lacerated jugular vein, a severely mangled index finger, and a broken orbital bone. His condition after the Kentucky Ballistic accident caused him to be immediately rushed to the hospital, where he underwent scissors and received five units of blood. In total, he spent 8 days at the hospital.
He survived the severe accident because of his determination and resilience. Later Scott decided to share his experience with his fans through a video titled “My 50 Cal Exploded” which showed his commitment to transparency and education within the firearms community. Many backlashed him for showcasing the near-death incident but Scott tried to raise awareness and serve as a cautionary example for his viewers and others who handle firearms, by sharing his story. He was filming a routine session for his YouTube channel “Kentucky Ballistics” but it turned into a shocking incident. Stay tuned.