Summary
Nigel Edge, a former Marine, is accused of shooting and killing three people and wounding five at a waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina. He is facing charges of murder, attempted murder, and assault, and prosecutors are considering seeking the death penalty. The incident raises concerns about public safety, veterans' mental health, and gun policy.
Key Facts
- Nigel Edge, a Marine veteran, was charged with murder and other crimes after a shooting at a Southport bar.
- Three people died and five others were injured in the incident.
- Edge used an AR-style rifle with a silencer and scope, according to investigators.
- He was arrested 30 minutes after the shooting while removing his boat from the water.
- Edge served in the Marines from 2003-2009, with deployments to Iraq, and received a Purple Heart.
- Prosecutors are considering whether to seek the death penalty.
- Authorities are investigating Edge's mental health and possible combat-related issues.
- A court hearing is set for October 13 to address pretrial matters.
