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Nashua Wedding Shooting Suspect Identified as 23-Year-Old Hunter Nadeau

NASHUA, N.H. — What began as a night of celebration turned into tragedy Saturday when a gunman opened fire during a wedding reception at the Sky Meadow Country Club, killing one guest and injuring several others just as the bride and groom prepared for their first dance.

Authorities have identified the suspect as Hunter Nadeau, 23, who was taken into custody at the scene. Nadeau has been charged with second-degree murder in the killing of Robert Steven DeCesare, 59, and prosecutors say additional charges are expected for the surviving victims. He is scheduled to be arraigned Monday in Ninth Circuit Court in Nashua.

According to witnesses, Nadeau entered the reception wearing a mask, raised his middle finger toward guests, and shouted “Free Palestine” and “the children are safe” before opening fire. Guests recalled hearing up to six shots as panic erupted inside the banquet hall.

“We were getting together for a dance for the bride and groom and then all chaos went off,” said Tom Bartelson, the groom’s uncle. “We heard about six shots, and everybody ducked for cover. Next thing you know, we’re rushed into safe spots.”

Authorities confirmed that two other adults were shot and wounded, while at least six more guests were hospitalized with injuries sustained as they scrambled for safety. None of those injuries were considered life-threatening.

Early reports suggested multiple shooters, prompting a widespread manhunt across southern New Hampshire and into Massachusetts. Investigators later confirmed, using surveillance footage, that Nadeau acted alone.

Nashua Mayor Jim Donchess condemned the attack, calling it a reminder that “this truly can happen anywhere,” while praising police for their swift response.

Officials said the motive remains under investigation.

Victim Identified in Nashua Wedding Shooting; Suspect Charged With Murder

NASHUA, N.H. — Authorities have identified the victim killed in Saturday night’s deadly shooting at the Sky Meadow Country Club and announced an arrest in the case.

New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella and Nashua Police Chief Kevin Rourke said Sunday that Hunter Nadeau, 23, has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Robert Steven DeCesare, 59.

Investigators say Nadeau entered a wedding reception at the private country club around 7:30 p.m., wearing a mask. Witnesses reported he raised his middle finger toward guests and shouted phrases including “Free Palestine” and “the children are safe” before opening fire with a handgun.

DeCesare was fatally shot, and two other adults were wounded. Officials said there is no known prior connection between Nadeau and the victim.

Prosecutors indicated that additional charges are likely as the investigation continues, particularly in connection with the surviving victims.

Nadeau is scheduled to be arraigned Monday, Sept. 22, in Ninth Circuit Court in Nashua. Authorities stressed that the charges remain allegations at this stage and that Nadeau is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

The Attorney General’s Office said further details will be released as appropriate but emphasized protecting the integrity of ongoing proceedings.

The shooting has shaken the Nashua community, where the celebration of a wedding was turned into a tragedy.

2 Dead, 6 Injured in Allendale Mass Shooting During Block Party

SHREVEPORT, La. — Two people were killed and six others injured in a mass shooting early Saturday during a block party in Shreveport’s Allendale neighborhood, police said.

The gunfire erupted just after 2 a.m. in the 1600 block of Poland Avenue, where officers responding to multiple 911 calls found a crowd of about 150 people. Authorities described the scene as “chaotic.”

Police confirmed that the intended target of the shooting was among the injured but survived. All six wounded victims are expected to recover.

Investigators believe multiple shooters were involved and are calling the attack a “targeted” assault. No arrests had been made as of Sunday morning.

“This was a reckless and senseless act of violence that cut short two lives and left families shattered,” Police Chief Wayne Smith said in a statement. “To those responsible — turn yourselves in now. We will not stop until every person involved is held accountable.”

City leaders also condemned the tragedy. “Shreveport deserves safe streets; this kind of violence has no place here,” Mayor Tom Arceneaux said, adding that the city would “mourn the victims, pursue those responsible, and continue the hard work to make every neighborhood safer.”

Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor called on witnesses to cooperate. “Your cooperation is critical,” she said.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Shreveport Police Department at (318) 673-7300 or Caddo Crime Stoppers at (318) 673-7373.

Shooter Identified in Deadly New Hampshire Wedding Attack

Authorities have identified the gunman accused of opening fire at a wedding reception in Nashua, New Hampshire, killing one guest and injuring two others.

Hunter Nadeau, 23, was charged Sunday with second-degree murder in the death of Robert Steven DeCesare, 59, Attorney General John M. Formella confirmed.

The attack unfolded around 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the upscale Sky Meadow Country Club, where guests had gathered for a private wedding celebration. Investigators say Nadeau entered the venue armed with a handgun and began firing indiscriminately.

DeCesare was fatally struck, while two other adult guests suffered non-life-threatening injuries. They were transported to local hospitals and remain in stable condition, officials said.

Nadeau was quickly subdued and taken into custody at the scene by responding officers. Prosecutors have not released details on his relationship, if any, to the wedding party or guests. His motive remains under investigation.

The shooting shocked attendees and rattled the quiet Nashua community. Witnesses described chaos as music cut off and guests scrambled for cover. “We just heard pops, then screaming,” one attendee told reporters.

Formella said additional charges may follow pending the ongoing investigation by state police and Nashua authorities. “This senseless act of violence at what should have been a joyous occasion is tragic,” he said.

Nadeau is expected to be arraigned in Hillsborough County Superior Court early this week.

Country Singer Spencer Hatcher Vows to Keep Performing After Mother’s Murder in Virginia Home Invasion

Country singer Spencer Hatcher has broken his silence weeks after his mother, Holly Hatcher, 62, was murdered during a random home invasion in Harrisonburg, Va.

In an Instagram video posted Sept. 9, Hatcher called the ordeal the “worst time of our lives” but said he would honor his mother by continuing to make music. “My mom was my biggest fan and my biggest supporter in everything that I did,” he said. “After a lot of thought and prayer… I’ve made the decision that I 100% want to continue making music and bringing smiles to people’s faces.”

The tragedy unfolded just before midnight on Aug. 3, when police say 41-year-old Kevin Moses Walker broke into the Hatchers’ home and attacked Holly and her husband, Michael, 65. Michael was stabbed but managed to retrieve a handgun from his car and fatally shoot the intruder. Authorities described the incident as “highly unusual and completely random.”

Investigators later learned Walker had purchased a knife and camping gear days earlier and abandoned his car nearby. He had no known history of violent behavior.

Holly Hatcher, a teacher for nearly two decades in rural Virginia, was remembered by her son as a driving force in his career.

Spencer Hatcher, best known for his single Drink You Gone, said he will resume his planned tour schedule. “I know that’s what my mom would want me to do… I’m going to keep on going as hard as I possibly can.”

Sen. Ron Wyden’s Children Accused of Driving Assistant to Suicide in Explosive Lawsuit

The children of U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) are accused of tormenting their mother’s longtime assistant, ultimately driving him to suicide, according to a Manhattan lawsuit.

Brandon O’Brien, 35, worked for Wyden’s wife, Nancy Bass Wyden — owner of New York’s landmark Strand Bookstore — from June 2022 to September 2024. His duties often included supervising the couple’s children, including on school runs and family trips to Disneyworld.

According to court papers filed by O’Brien’s widower, Thomas Maltezos, the senator’s then-10-year-old daughter allegedly exposed herself and made sexually explicit comments to O’Brien, while the teenage son repeatedly hurled homophobic slurs and threats. On one occasion, Bass Wyden accidentally sprayed O’Brien with mace while trying to restrain her son.

Maltezos claims the abuse left his husband distraught. O’Brien quit in September 2024, but Bass Wyden soon after accused him of stealing $650,000, launched a private investigation, and spread damaging rumors. Authorities later dropped the theft case after O’Brien died by suicide on May 26, 2025.

The lawsuit calls the treatment “shocking, disturbing, and cruel.” Bass Wyden’s attorneys, however, blasted the suit as “baseless” and said O’Brien had a “documented pattern of theft.”

Wyden, 76, has represented Oregon in the Senate since 1996. He married Bass Wyden in 2005, and the couple share three children.

Maltezos, who announced his husband’s death in a heartbreaking post, said O’Brien was known for his “quiet grace and unwavering loyalty.”

Michigan Boy, 11, Expelled After Disarming Armed Classmate

An 11-year-old Michigan student who bravely disarmed a gun-carrying classmate has been expelled from his middle school, sparking outrage from his family and supporters.

The boy, identified as Sakir, a seventh grader at Lansing’s Dwight Rich School of the Arts, reportedly saw another student with a firearm in May and quickly intervened. Drawing on his hunting background, Sakir safely disabled the weapon, according to a GoFundMe set up on behalf of his family.

But instead of being hailed as a hero, he was expelled for possession of a weapon after failing to immediately notify a teacher, his mother, Savitra McClurkin, told WILX.

“They kicked him out of school for the whole year,” McClurkin said, blasting the Lansing School District for “setting my son up for failure.”

Sakir, described as an A/B student and active in sports, feared he would get in trouble if he told teachers and didn’t want to implicate the student who brought the gun.

Community members rallied behind the family, calling the punishment unfair. “Instead of being recognized as a hero, Sakir is now being treated like a criminal,” the crowdfunding page states.

McClurkin has pleaded with the school board to reinstate her son, but members have not responded publicly. Sakir is currently enrolled in a non-accredited online program, leaving his mother to juggle homeschooling and financial strain.

It is unclear whether the student who brought the firearm to school faced disciplinary action.

The district is expected to review Sakir’s case at the end of the school year.

Armed Man Arrested at Charlie Kirk Funeral Site Was Conducting Security Sweep, TPUSA Says

An armed man arrested inside State Farm Stadium ahead of Charlie Kirk’s funeral posed no threat and was performing a private security sweep, Turning Point USA (TPUSA) confirmed Saturday.

Authorities detained 42-year-old Joshua Runkles on Friday after he was found carrying a handgun, a knife, and expired law enforcement credentials. Officials said he initially claimed to be conducting security for a VIP guest.

TPUSA spokesman Andrew Kolvet acknowledged Runkles was on-site for security purposes but admitted his work was not coordinated with TPUSA or the U.S. Secret Service. “We do not believe this person was attempting anything nefarious,” Kolvet posted on X. “Every precaution is being taken to ensure everyone’s safety.”

Runkles, a former Idaho deputy sheriff with a North Carolina concealed carry permit, was booked into Maricopa County Jail for impersonating a law enforcement officer and carrying a weapon into a prohibited place. He was later released on bond as investigators continue reviewing his actions.

Kirk’s funeral, expected to draw more than 100,000 attendees including President Trump, has been designated a level-1 “special event assessment rating” by Homeland Security—signifying the highest level of federal security support.

Kirk, 31, founder of TPUSA, was fatally shot during an event in Utah on Sept. 10. His body was flown to Arizona aboard Air Force Two, escorted by Vice President JD Vance. Sunday’s memorial will feature remarks from Trump, Kirk’s widow Erika, and other political figures.

The investigation into Runkles remains ongoing.

One Dead, Several Injured in Shooting at New Hampshire Wedding

A wedding at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua, New Hampshire, descended into chaos Saturday night when a gunman opened fire, killing one person and injuring several others, authorities said.

The shooting erupted around 7:30 p.m. inside the country club’s dining room, where terrified guests scrambled for safety as shots rang out. Witnesses said a quick-thinking guest struck the gunman with a chair, knocking him to the ground and forcing him to drop his weapon. The man fled briefly through the kitchen before being apprehended by police.

Attorney General John Formella and Nashua Police Chief Kevin Rourke confirmed that one man was killed. Several others were hurt during the mayhem, though officials did not clarify how many sustained gunshot wounds. About six additional guests suffered non-gunshot injuries while fleeing, according to WMUR 9.

Early reports suggested multiple shooters, prompting shelter-in-place orders in nearby towns. However, police later confirmed surveillance footage showed only one suspect, who is now in custody. Officials emphasized there is no ongoing threat to the public.

The attack shocked guests, many of whom described the scene as “surreal” and “terrifying.” “Pop, pop, pop, and then people just screamed, ‘Gun, run!’” recalled Sophie Flabouris, who attended the wedding.

By late evening, police established a reunification center at a nearby Sheraton hotel, where buses carried shaken guests from the venue.

Political leaders including Rep. Maggie Goodlander and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen condemned the violence and offered condolences to the victims’ families.

The investigation remains active.

Pedestrian Killed, Another Injured After Crash Near Van Wyck Expressway in Queens

A pedestrian was killed and another injured Saturday afternoon after a chain-reaction crash near the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens, police said.

According to the NYPD, the collision occurred around 2:30 p.m. when a Mercedes-Benz rear-ended a Toyota Scion that was stopped and waiting to turn from Liberty Avenue onto the expressway. The impact forced the Toyota forward, striking two pedestrians who were in the roadway.

One of the victims, a 51-year-old woman, became pinned underneath the Scion following the crash. Emergency crews rushed to free her before she and a 34-year-old female pedestrian were transported by EMS to Jamaica Hospital.

Despite life-saving efforts, the 51-year-old woman was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, police confirmed. The second pedestrian remains hospitalized in stable condition. Authorities have not released the names of either victim.

The drivers of both vehicles, a 58-year-old woman operating the Scion and a 65-year-old woman behind the wheel of the Mercedes, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Police noted that both appeared uninjured in the incident.

Photos from the scene showed the Mercedes with heavy rear-end damage and its bumper partially detached. The NYPD’s Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the crash, but no charges had been filed as of Saturday evening.

The tragic incident highlights ongoing safety concerns along Liberty Avenue and surrounding corridors, where pedestrians frequently share space with high volumes of traffic feeding onto the Van Wyck Expressway.