A 34-year-old man was injured in a shooting outside Capri Seafood in Providence, Rhode Island. Police say the suspect fled and the incident remains under investigation.
Incident Overview
Authorities in Providence are investigating a shooting that left one man injured Thursday night outside a local restaurant.
Police confirmed that the incident occurred outside a busy dining area and remains under active investigation.
What Happened
According to police reports:
- The shooting happened outside a restaurant on De Pasquale Avenue
- A 34-year-old man was shot in the abdomen
- The victim was found by responding officers shortly after the incident
Emergency responders transported the victim to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Location of the Incident
The shooting occurred outside Capri Seafood, specifically in the outdoor patio seating area.
Officers say the area was active at the time of the incident, and the shooting took place before police arrived on scene.
Suspect Status
Police confirmed:
- The suspect fled before officers arrived
- No arrests have been made yet
- The motive remains unknown
Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and speaking with witnesses as part of the investigation.
Current Investigation
Providence police are continuing to:
- Collect evidence from the scene
- Interview witnesses
- Search for the suspect involved
Officials have not released a description at this time.
Current Status
- One man hospitalized with injuries
- Suspect at large
- Active police investigation ongoing
- No further details released