Two critically hurt after shooting at southeast side restaurant

Two people are in critical condition after a shooting at a southeast side restaurant Friday morning.

Posted: Sep 21, 2018 11:02 AM

Updated: Sep 21, 2018 11:17 PM

Posted By: Abby Jackson

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT)- Two people are in critical condition after a shooting at a southeast side restaurant Friday morning.

Police responded around 9:15 a.m. to Link’s Wonderland at 1711 E. Creighton Ave.

When they arrived, they found one victim inside the restaurant and another in the parking lot. Both were taken to a local hospital in critical condition.

Investigators believe the shooting started inside. Witnesses described the suspect as a black man. Police are not sure what led to the shooting.

Link’s employees would not comment on what happened but said they will release a statement at a later date.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 427-1222.

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