Columbia Police Officer suspended after Miami arrest

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– A spokesperson for the Columbia Police Dept. says an officer has been suspended after being arrested by the North Miami Beach Police Department.

Police say Peter Tidot is accused of negligence surrounding an incident involving an unsecured loaded weapon and his four  year old son.

Miami police say Tidot’s son accidentally shot himself.

According to an arrest report obtained by WPLG, the child sustained a gunshot wound to the head but is expected to recover.

According to officials, Tidot has served with CPD since April of 2023.

Columbia Police Chief W.H. ‘Skip’ Holbrook says, “We are praying for the speedy recovery of the child and everyone impacted by the incredibly unfortunate incident. Let this serve as a reminder about the importance of gun safety and proper gun storage.”