NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A deadly shooting incident at a restaurant shook the Salemtown neighborhood in Nashville, Tennessee on Easter Sunday, resulting in one fatality and seven injuries. Metro Nashville Police Department Sgt. David Hazzard stated that the tragic event unfolded at Roasted Salemtown around 3:03 p.m. CDT, with multiple individuals sustaining gunshot and graze wounds. Authorities worked swiftly to provide medical assistance to the victims, transporting them to nearby hospitals for urgent care.
The suspect, identified as Anton Lamike Rucker, remains at large while law enforcement continues to investigate the motive behind the violence that transpired during a brunch event at the popular eatery. The incident escalated from an argument between two individuals, leading to gunfire that left one person dead, later identified as 33-year-old Allen Beachem. The heart-wrenching aftermath of the shooting left five individuals wounded, with injuries deemed non-life-threatening, and one person with a graze wound. Additionally, a person sought medical attention due to a panic attack induced by the chaos. Mayor Freddie O’Connell expressed his sorrow over the tragic turn of events that marred what should have been a joyous Easter celebration in the local community.
Following the shooting, detectives are diligently piecing together the events that transpired, aiming to apprehend the suspected gunman who fled the scene in a Mercedes GLS 450. The restaurant, located at the intersection of Salemtown and Germantown neighborhoods, had hosted a brunch event featuring a disc jockey and dancing earlier that day. Eyewitnesses, including a group of mothers at a nearby playground, were shaken by the echoes of the gunshots that rang out, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency services.
Roasted Salemtown, previously known as The Local Distro, was recently revamped by new owners Chef E and Will Radford, drawing a devoted following for their delectable brunch offerings. Despite the horrific incident, the neighborhood remains resilient, rallying together in support of the victims and their families as they navigate the aftermath of the tragic shooting. As the community grapples with the impact of the violence, authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect or the circumstances surrounding the shooting to come forward, as the investigation continues to unfold in Salemtown.