PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) — A Marine Corps recruit was shot during a training exercise at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) on Parris Island Wednesday.

The incident occurred during a marksmanship training exercise. The recruit, assigned to the Recruit Training Regiment, was shot in the leg on the range.

The recruit was stablized on site before being airlifted to a Savannah hospital. Their condition is being monitored and no additional details will be released at this time, Capt. John Hardin said.

The incident is currently under investigation.

"It would be premature to speculate on the cause or circumstances until all facts have been gathered," Hardin said. "The safety of our recruits and personnel remains our highest priority, and we are fully committed to a thorough and transparent r

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