Witnesses Describe Chaos at Cornish Restaurant During Shooting

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Dispute Turns Violent

CORNISH, Maine — A developing situation in Cornish on Tuesday afternoon prompted a swift response from the Maine State Police. The incident, involving two men who knew each other, resulted in one man being injured and the other being arrested, according to Maine Department of Public Safety spokesperson Shannon Moss.

Immediate Response and Medical Attention

State officials confirmed that LifeFlight was called to the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured man. While the details of his injuries were not disclosed, reports indicate he was shot during the altercation. Despite the severity of the situation, Moss assured the public that there was no ongoing danger.

Incident at Fairgrounds Pizza and Pub

The incident took place in the parking lot of Fairgrounds Pizza and Pub, a local restaurant in Cornish. The restaurant’s owner explained that the dispute began during a child drop-off between the two men. Although the altercation occurred on the restaurant’s premises, the individuals involved were not patrons of the establishment.

Swift Action by Restaurant Staff

In a statement on its Facebook page, the restaurant described the event as a "private dispute" and praised the quick thinking of its staff and customers. "Our customers and employees followed all the correct protocols to keep everyone inside safe," the post read.

A witness who was present during the incident shared their experience, noting the professionalism of the staff. "All staff ran to doors and locked them, then told us where to go as we had no idea other than a shooting," the witness said. "I am a teacher ... and we train for this. Never expected the professionalism that I witnessed."

Ongoing Investigation

The police are conducting an ongoing investigation to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting. At this time, authorities have reiterated that there is no threat to the public. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.

Attribution source: Newscentermaine.com