At least one person died and five others were wounded in a shooting that occurred at a Nashville restaurant during Easter Sunday lunch in Tennessee, United States.
The police said the shooting resulted from a dispute between two individuals, during which one man produced a firearm and fired several times. Authorities, viewing it as an isolated incident, are searching for the suspect who fled the scene in a vehicle.
Investigators noted that the police statement described a brief moment of violence with one man killed and several others injured, none in critical condition, according to a release from the Nashville Police Department shared on a social media platform.
The department also requested public help in identifying the convicted suspect, Anton Rucker, 46, who faces homicide charges connected to the incident. Officials added that Rucker has prior convictions for aggravated assault and has been arrested on serious drug offenses and weapon-related charges in the past.
Security footage reportedly shows a chaotic scene inside the crowded restaurant as patrons scrambled to escape gunfire, according to coverage from major networks. Witnesses described a scene of panic as people pushed toward exits and tried to reach safety.
Local and federal investigators are reviewing surveillance video and interviewing witnesses to determine the motive behind the attack and to determine whether any additional details from those involved could clarify the sequence of events. The incident has prompted discussions on public safety measures at dining venues and the importance of rapid law enforcement response in crowded settings.
Community leaders have urged calm while authorities continue their investigation, emphasizing the need for accurate information to prevent speculation during the ongoing search for the suspect and the continued assessment of potential security gaps in local venues. Police officials pledged to keep the public informed as new details emerge through official channels and verified briefings from the department and cooperating agencies.