It has been reported that 54 year old William Maser, of Georges Township, Pennsylvania, accidently fired a two-pound cannonball outside his home that then ricocheted and hit a house 400 yards (365 meters) away. The cannonball, of about two inches in diameter, smashed through a window and a wall before landing in his neighbour's closet. Amazingly according to the local authorities, no one was hurt.
Mr Maser, a history buff who recreates firearms from old wars was charged by the state police with reckless endangerment, criminal mischief and disorderly conduct. He told WPXI-TV that recreating 19th century cannon is a longtime hobby. He also added that he was sorry about the damage and would stop shooting them on his property.
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