Man dies from accidental gunshot wound while goose hunting north of Vatnajökull

A man in his forties tragically died from an accidental gunshot wound this morning while goose hunting north of Vatnajökull. Authorities have confirmed that the incident is being investigated as an accident.

Police received reports of the shooting just before 8 a.m. Emergency responders, including police and a rescue helicopter from the Coast Guard, quickly arrived at the scene. The man was declared dead at the site.

The ongoing investigation has concluded at the location, but authorities continue to look into the circumstances surrounding the case.