Archer killed by own bow

Douglas Mitchell, 58, near Crieff, Perthshire, suffered serious head injuries while he was handling a bow in his workshop.

The Great Britain archery international was taken to hospital after the accident happened at his home in Ochtertyre, but died a few days later.

Police say Mr Mitchell is believed to have been handling a bow when part of the assembly (?) came off and struck him on the head.

From Ananova.
Likely a compound bow, and part of a pulley block broke loose.

Posted by David on December 27, 2002 11:04 AM