News Summary
A shooting at Que Padre Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville left one customer injured. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire, and the victim, a man in his 50s, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Witnesses reported hearing multiple shots fired, and the suspect escaped on a bicycle. The restaurant’s owner expressed concerns for safety and plans to enhance security measures. The incident has heightened fears of violence in the local community, with the police continuing their investigation and appealing for information from the public.
Jacksonville witnesses a shooting incident at Que Padre Mexican Restaurant that resulted in one customer being injured. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) was called to the scene around 1 a.m. on Sunday when a man in his 50s was shot in the back while inside the restaurant. The perpetrator, described as wearing all black, fired through the front window before fleeing the scene on a bicycle. Fortunately, the victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover after being taken to a local hospital.
Upon receiving reports of the shooting, law enforcement arrived in force, establishing an active police scene at the intersection of Post Street and Shearer Avenue the following morning. Multiple crime scene vans and JSO patrol cars were present, along with numerous yellow evidence markers indicating the seriousness of the ongoing investigation. Late Sunday night, neighbors reported hearing law enforcement instructing someone to “get down” in the area, adding urgency to the situation.
Onlookers had reported hearing as many as four gunshots on Friday night prior to the incident, suggesting that a possible gunfight might have transpired nearby; however, these claims remain unconfirmed. During the investigation, officers announced a search warrant for a house over the intercom, heightening public interest in the case.
Following the shooting, restaurant owner Nely Osorio expressed her deep concern for the safety of her staff and patrons. In response to the traumatic event, she announced plans to shorten the restaurant’s hours and enhance security by installing additional cameras. Reports indicate that footage captured by employees showed them running into the kitchen for safety during the shooting.
Authorities have assured the public that they believe this incident to be isolated. However, the community remains on high alert, with calls for the apprehension of the shooter intensifying. Upon arriving at the scene, police were seen tending to the victim’s gunshot wound outside the restaurant, which further underscored the severity of the incident.
As of now, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is maintaining an ongoing investigation into the shooting. They are appealing to anyone with information regarding the incident to reach out to JSO or Crime Stoppers. The police’s efforts underscore a commitment to community safety and law enforcement efficacy in addressing violent crime.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Murray Hill neighborhood, raising concerns about local violence and the overall safety of public spaces. As businesses like Que Padre Mexican Restaurant respond to these violent occurrences, the community remains hopeful for enhanced safety measures and timely justice.
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