Union Township, NJ – A deadly shooting outside a Chick-fil-A on Route 22 that killed one person and wounded six others remains unsolved more than a week later, despite surveillance and dashcam footage capturing the chaotic attack, according to the Union County Prosecutor’s Office.
The April 11 shooting unfolded around 9 p.m. at the busy restaurant corridor, where investigators say the violence was targeted, not random, yet no arrests have been announced as of April 20.
Investigation continues with no suspects in custody
The Union County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Task Force is leading the investigation, working alongside Union Township police to identify those responsible.
Authorities have not released suspect descriptions but confirmed that multiple forms of video evidence—including nearby surveillance cameras and dashcam footage—are being reviewed.
Officials say the presence of video has not yet led to an arrest, underscoring the complexity of the case.
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Key Points
• One person killed and six injured in April 11 shooting at Route 22 Chick-fil-A
• No arrests made despite surveillance and dashcam footage of incident
• Prosecutors say shooting was targeted, not a random act
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Chaos captured on a busy night
Witnesses described a sudden eruption of gunfire in an area typically packed with weekend traffic and diners.
A rideshare driver near the scene reported hearing more than seven shots in rapid succession, with people scrambling for cover in and around the restaurant.
The victims included one person who died at the scene and six others who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, according to prosecutors.
Motive points to dispute, not random violence
Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from a targeted conflict, potentially linked to a gang or drug-related dispute, though officials have not publicly confirmed a specific motive.
Authorities have emphasized there is no ongoing threat to the general public, suggesting the individuals involved were known to each other.
Community response and calls for answers
Local officials, including Union Township leadership and New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, expressed concern following the shooting and called for support for the victims.
The lack of arrests has raised ongoing concern in the community, particularly given the public nature of the location and the number of people present at the time.
Reward offered for information
Union County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the case.
Investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward, noting that tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 908-654-TIPS or online at uctip.org.
What happens next
The investigation remains active, with authorities continuing to analyze video evidence and follow leads, but no timeline has been given for potential arrests.
As of April 20, no suspects have been taken into custody, and officials have not announced any new developments in the case.