During a campaign event for Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Lucas Kunce at a gun range near Holt, Missouri, KSHB-TV reporter Ryan Gamboa was injured by a ricocheting bullet fragment from an AR-15 Kunce was shooting. Kunce immediately provided first aid, wrapping Gamboa's bleeding arm with gauze and later medical tape. Gamboa was checked at a nearby hospital for his minor injuries but was released shortly after. The incident sparked criticism from Kunce's Republican opponent, Josh Hawley, who used the situation to attack Kunce's gun event. Kunce, emphasizing his military background in his campaign, faces a challenging election with only two weeks to go, as polls show Hawley leading. The event raised concerns about gun safety, despite Kunce's assurances regarding safety protocols at the range.