A shooting at a French restaurant in North Hills, Raleigh, North Carolina, left one man dead and two others injured, including the gunman, on Friday morning, according to the Raleigh police department. Police officers responded to a report of an active shooter situation in the 4300 block of Circle at North Hills Street around 11 am.
The incident occurred when a gunman entered Coquette Brasserie and fatally shot a man before turning the gun on himself. The shooter is currently in critical condition, while a bystander, who was also struck by gunfire, sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Police believe the shooting stemmed from a possible dispute, although it is unclear if the men knew each other. No one else was injured during the incident, and all shots were fired inside the restaurant.
Raleigh police chief Patterson said, “This was not a random incident. This is not something that happens on a daily basis in North Hills.” She added that it is possible the individuals involved were known to each other.
North Carolina governor Josh Stein posted about the incident and advised people to stay away from the area on social media platform X. “I have talked with [Raleigh Police] Chief Patterson and offered whatever assistance she may need from the state. For the time being, please stay away from the area and stay tuned to local law enforcement for more information.”
Numerous officers were seen near the mall following the shooting.
The situation is no longer considered an active shooter scenario. However, traffic near the shopping mall is heavily restricted and is expected to remain so for several hours. Shoppers and residents are being asked to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
In response to the shooting, several Wake County schools were initially placed on lockdown, but these lockdowns have since been lifted.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are not currently searching for additional victims or suspects.
