A man’s life was likely saved after a thick chain necklace stopped a bullet from entering his neck.
The shooting occurred during an argument, police in the US state of Colorado said.
The .22 caliber bullet became lodged in the silver chain around the victim’s neck.
It left the unnamed man with only a puncture wound from last Tuesday’s attack.
The fact that the necklace did not appear to be real silver probably saved the man’s life. Photo: Commerce City Police Department
Officers in Commerce City, near Denver, posted photos of the bloody chain and said in a Facebook post: “We’d say he really dodged a bullet, but in reality, he DODged a bullet.
“This silver chain, approximately 10mm wide, is likely the only reason the victim of a shooting we responded to yesterday is still alive.”
The alleged gunman, who was also not identified, was arrested at the scene and charged with attempted murder.
Police noted that while the necklace was silver in color, it was probably not pure silver, as silver is a softer metal and may not have stopped a bullet.
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“Maybe think twice before doing an imitation,” the Commerce City Police Department joked.
“Just incredible,” he added.
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