Families, patrons and the owners of Poppy’s Restaurant are still coming to terms with a shooting that took place on New Year‘s Day. Two people died when occupants of a black BMW SUV shot randomly at patrons outside the restaurant. Several people were wounded, one critically in the head.
An emotional interfaith memorial service was held for victims at the restaurant on Sunday. The family of one of the deceased — Liana Peterson — thanked the public for their support. There’s been an outpouring of love and support,” said a family member.
Tonight a multi-faith service is being held at Poppy’s restaurant after the tragic shooting that claimed 2 lives and injuring 6 others. It’s a packed room with many coming to honour and morn the horrific incident that happened. #MelvilleShooting #Melville pic.twitter.com/nvFrBj8kYx
— Heidi Giokos (@HeidiGiokos) January 5, 2020
One of the first responders says they tried to help the victims, but were unable to resuscitate them. Upon arrival on the scene, we found multiple victims that were shot,” said Imthiaz Mahomed from HMA High Risk Security. I assisted with CPR on the one victim. Paramedics then arrived on the scene and we tried to resuscitate. Sadly they passed away.
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