Bad weekend for ABC: Husband of Elizabeth Vargas shot

[Brent]

Sheesh.

Singer Marc Cohn survives being shot in head
Mon Aug 8, 2005 8:34 PM ET

DENVER (Reuters) - Grammy-winning singer Marc Cohn was shot in the head during an attempted carjacking after a concert in Denver but survived with only minor injuries, police said on Monday.

Cohn had just finished a performance on Sunday night when a man fleeing on foot from police tried to commandeer the van Cohn was riding in, Denver police spokesman Sonny Jackson said.

When the van driver refused to stop, the suspect fired into the vehicle, striking Cohn in the head, although the bullet did not penetrate his skull.

"The bullet hit Mr. Cohn flush in the temple," Jackson said. "He's very lucky it wasn't a fatal shot."

Surgeons removed the bullet protruding from Cohn's skull and released him in good condition Monday morning, Jackson said.

Cohn, winner of the 1991 Grammy for best newcomer and best known for the song "Walking in Memphis," is married to ABC News correspondent and anchor Elizabeth Vargas. They have a 2-year-old son.

Police said the suspect is accused of carjacking another vehicle and is still at large. Jackson said he was fleeing from police after using a stolen credit card and also was wanted for failing to appear in court.

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[Hurricaneman]

That stinks

[JQ Public]

They say she was supposed to be the next replacement for Peter Jennings. She'd be the first woman. Right now she hosts 20/20

[Lindaloo]

I love that song "Walking in Memphis" thank goodness the bullet did not go in further.

[Dee Bee]

For our daughter's wedding last year, my husband specifically requested Marc Cohn's "True Companion" for a spotlight dance for the two of us. Talk about a romantic guy!

I'm glad to hear this talented musician escaped serious injury.

[beachbum_al]

Oh no! I am glad that he is going to make it.