A fatal shooting occurred at a Chick-fil-A on Route 22 in Union Township, New Jersey, leaving one person dead and six others injured. According to a Newsweek report, the incident took place on Saturday, April 11, shortly before 9:00 PM, triggering a massive emergency response.
The Union County prosecutor’s office confirmed that officers arrived at the scene to find seven victims in total. One individual was pronounced dead at the restaurant, while the other six victims were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. While this is an active and ongoing investigation, officials have stated that the preliminary findings suggest this was not a random act of violence. Authorities also noted that there is no immediate ongoing threat to the public.
