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Suspect held in waterfront bar shooting that left 3 dead in North Carolina

Suspect held in waterfront bar shooting that left 3 dead in North Carolina

Summary

A shooting at a bar in Southport, North Carolina, left three people dead and five injured. The suspect, Nigel Edge, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after allegedly attacking from a boat. Authorities believe he acted alone and described the shooting as planned.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened at the American Fish Company bar.
  • Three people died, and five were injured during the attack.
  • The suspect drove his boat to the bar and opened fire.
  • Nigel Edge was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
  • The Coast Guard found Edge half an hour later loading his boat.
  • Officials believe Edge acted alone in the shooting.
  • The gun used was described as an assault rifle.
  • The bar is temporarily closed following the incident.

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