Summary
Three people died and at least eight were injured in a shooting from a boat near a restaurant in Southport, North Carolina. The suspected shooter was later detained by the U.S. Coast Guard and is in custody for questioning.
Key Facts
- A shooting from a boat occurred near the American Fish Company restaurant in Southport, North Carolina.
- The incident happened on Saturday at around 9:30 p.m.
- The boat left the scene and headed toward Oak Island after the shooting.
- The U.S. Coast Guard found and detained an individual who matched the suspect's description.
- The suspect is in the custody of the Oak Island Police Department.
- Four victims were taken to a regional medical center, while two others went to a local hospital.
- The police have not released the identities of the victims or the suspect.
- Authorities have stated there is no further threat to the public.
