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Arizona Mirror: DPS Working To Replace Guns That Can Fire Unexpectedly

An investigation into the firing of an officer’s pistol, while still in his holster, has led to the discovery of a major flaw in the pistols issued to troopers.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is working to replace the guns.

For more on this story The Show was joined by AZ Mirror reporter Jerod MacDonald-Evoy.

EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Jerod MacDonald-Evoy's name.

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Mark Brodie is a co-host of The Show, KJZZ’s locally produced news magazine. Since starting at KJZZ in 2002, Brodie has been a host, reporter and producer, including several years covering the Arizona Legislature, based at the Capitol.