UNION, New Jersey — A fatal shooting erupted at a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Union, New Jersey on Saturday night, claiming one life and leaving six people wounded, authorities announced.
The violence unfolded around 9 p.m. Saturday evening at the fast-food location. Law enforcement officials stated in a Sunday press release from the Union County Prosecutor’s Office that they do not consider the incident to be a random act of violence. While no suspects are currently in custody, prosecutors emphasized that “there is no immediate ongoing threat to the general public.”
Medical officials report that the six surviving victims sustained injuries that are not expected to be fatal, according to the statement.
A rideshare driver who was approaching the restaurant during the incident described hearing more than seven gunshots fired at close distance, according to his account to WABC television.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill addressed the tragedy Sunday through social media, stating: “Our hearts go out to the victim’s loved ones, and we are hoping for the full recovery of those who were injured.”
The governor also called on anyone with relevant information to reach out to law enforcement officials handling the case.
Corporate representatives from Chick-fil-A have not yet responded to requests for comment regarding the incident.
The county prosecutor’s office Homicide Task Force has taken over the investigation into the deadly shooting.
