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Police Investigate Shooting at Union, N.J., Chick-fil-A That Hurt Multiple People

Officials have not named a suspect or confirmed a motive.

Overview

  • Police and medics rushed to the Route 22 Chick-fil-A after gunfire around 8:40 to 8:45 p.m. Saturday.
  • Witnesses say several masked attackers went behind the counter and opened fire on workers and customers.
  • Local outlets report at least six people were shot and one person died at the scene, which officials have not yet confirmed.
  • Dashcam video shows a masked person running from the area with a handgun as employees sheltered inside during a lockdown.
  • With Gov. Mikie Sherrill reporting a briefing, the Union County Prosecutor’s Office says the case remains active with no suspect identities, motive or arrests announced.