Nashville, Tennessee – Police in Nashville, Tennessee are on the hunt for a suspected gunman named Anton Rucker, 46, following a deadly shooting at an Easter brunch. The incident resulted in the death of one man, identified as Allen Beachem, 33, and injuries to five others, described as “non-critical” by authorities.
The chaos unfolded around 3 p.m. ET during brunch at Roasted in Nashville, where an altercation between two men quickly escalated. According to Don Aaron, the public relations director for the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, one of the men drew a gun and began firing shots. It was revealed that only the alleged gunman was in possession of a weapon, leading to confusion about the source of a graze wound sustained by one of the injured individuals.
In total, eight people were rushed from the scene, including the deceased victim. Police have disclosed that there is no known connection between the two men involved in the altercation. Images of the suspect were shared on social media, urging the public to report any relevant information to the authorities.
Detectives are tirelessly working to uncover the motive behind the gunman’s actions, which unfolded at a restaurant on Garfield St. The suspect was identified by law enforcement, although his name was withheld from the public during a press briefing initially. However, Rucker’s identity and photograph were eventually revealed on social media channels as the search for him continues.
The senseless violence has left the community in shock, with many questioning the circumstances that led to such a tragic event. Police are urging anyone with information on Rucker’s whereabouts to come forward and assist in their investigation. As the authorities piece together the details of the incident, the city of Nashville mourns the loss of Beachem and prays for the swift recovery of those injured in the shooting.