A man in his 50s was injured in a hunting accident in Trøndelag, Norway, after being hit by shotgun pellets fired by another person.

The incident occurred in the Skjækerfjella area, prompting a swift response from emergency services.

Despite challenging weather conditions, a rescue operation was launched, and the man was airlifted to St.

Olav's Hospital.

The police have initiated an investigation into the incident.

The injured man was conscious and communicating when authorities arrived.

Volunteers and the Norwegian Air Ambulance played crucial roles in the rescue effort, highlighting the importance of coordinated emergency responses in remote areas.