1 Dead, 1 Injured in Tragic Shooting at Platte City Wendy’s
A major incident occurred late Wednesday night in Platte City, Missouri, triggering a police investigation. The incident occurred in the Wendy’s parking lot at Running Horse Road and Platte Falls Road.
Police Response and Investigation
Police were called to the scene about 6:20 p.m. after receiving a report of gunfire in the surrounding area. Officers arrived and discovered two injured men on the ground in the parking lot.
UPDATE | One man died and a second was injured in a shooting at a Wendy’s in Platte City on Wednesday evening, police said:https://t.co/pvibgW7hzO pic.twitter.com/EQavueN6s2
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Victims’ Condition and Hospitalization
Both injured people were quickly brought to the hospital. According to Police Chief Joe Wellington’s report, one of them died and the other is in critical condition.
Investigation Progress
Authorities are currently working hard to piece together what caused this upsetting tragedy. They’re actively searching the site for evidence and information, but they haven’t found the cause yet.
Current Situation
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with this unfortunate tragedy, allowing the Platte City Police Department to conduct an ongoing investigation.