Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Nashville shooting suspect
2. Easter Sunday brunch shooting
One person has died and four others are injured after a gunman opened fire inside a Nashville restaurant during an Easter Sunday brunch service, authorities have confirmed. The shooting took place at Roasted, a popular brunch spot in the Salemtown section of the city. The suspect, identified as Anton Rucker, is currently on the run. The four injured individuals are expected to survive, with gunshot or graze wounds. The incident occurred around 3 pm, with customers, including children, present at the time. Police are investigating the motive behind the shooting and are urging anyone with information on Rucker’s whereabouts to contact Metro Nashville PD.
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1. Nashville restaurant shooting Easter Sunday
2. Suspect on the run Nashville shooting
Tragic Shooting at Popular Nashville Brunch Spot
A horrific incident unfolded at Roasted, a well-known brunch spot located at 614 Garfield St. in the Salemtown section of Nashville. On Easter Sunday, during a bustling brunch service, a gunman opened fire, resulting in one fatality and four individuals sustaining injuries. The atmosphere quickly turned from one of celebration to chaos as gunfire erupted in the restaurant.
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Witnesses reported hearing approximately eight gunshots, followed by screams and commotion as patrons scrambled to safety. Among the injured, four individuals suffered gunshot or graze wounds but are expected to recover. An ambulance swiftly transported them to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.
Identifying the Suspect
Authorities are on the lookout for the suspect, identified as Anton Rucker, a convicted felon with a history of aggravated assault convictions in Nashville. Rucker, aged 46, was previously arrested on felony drug charges and gun-related offenses. Despite ongoing efforts to apprehend him, Rucker remains at large, leaving the community on edge.
A woman in a nearby playground recounted the harrowing experience of hearing gunshots and witnessing frightened customers fleeing the establishment. The sense of panic and fear was palpable as individuals sought safety amidst the chaos. One bystander even shouted words of encouragement to a wounded victim, urging them to “breathe” in the midst of the crisis.
As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the events leading up to the tragic shooting at Roasted. The motive behind the gunman’s actions remains unclear, leaving both law enforcement and the public seeking answers in the aftermath of this senseless act of violence.
Roasted, typically a vibrant and bustling venue, was transformed into a scene of horror and tragedy on that fateful Easter Sunday. The sound of gunshots shattered the festive atmosphere, causing panic and confusion among patrons, including families and children enjoying the holiday celebrations.
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The search for Anton Rucker, the suspected gunman, continues as authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. The community remains on high alert as they grapple with the aftermath of this tragic incident, seeking closure and justice for the victims of the Nashville restaurant shooting.
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