I agree that this was principally an accident, though some level of carelessness can probably be attributed to both the Vice President and the person who was shot.
In arnis we are instructed that it is our duty to be aware of where our weapons are in relation to bystanders/other students/etc.; of course, it's also their duty to pay attention for swinging sticks!
In arnis we are instructed that it is our duty to be aware of where our weapons are in relation to bystanders/other students/etc.; of course, it's also their duty to pay attention for swinging sticks!