CONCORD, N.H. — A 24-year-old man faces serious charges following a shooting incident at a local country club on September 20, which left one dead and two others injured. Hunter Nadeau is now indicted on multiple counts, including murder, attempted murder, and assault.
The incident occurred at the Sky Meadow Country Club during a wedding reception. Authorities reported that Nadeau, a former employee of the club, allegedly opened fire, resulting in the death of Robert DeCesare Jr., who was there to protect his family. Witnesses recount the chaos that ensued, with patrons acting quickly to subdue the shooter. One witness mentioned using a stool to strike Nadeau, helping to prevent further injuries.
Nadeau’s charges have evolved; he was initially charged with second-degree murder but has been indicted for both first-degree and second-degree murder following further investigation. His attorney did not respond to inquiries regarding the case on Thursday.
Law enforcement officials have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, noting that the victims did not appear to be targeted. The two injured victims include Steven Burtman, the restaurant manager, and a patron named Brianna Surette. Both suffered gunshot wounds during the altercation.
In an earlier incident in April, Nadeau faced a misdemeanor charge for simple assault after allegedly shoving a grocery store manager. That case was nearly resolved in September when both parties agreed to dismiss the charge if Nadeau maintained good behavior.
Colleagues who knew Nadeau expressed shock at the allegations against him. Dave Manganello, a chef, stated that while Nadeau may have had an ego, he did not consider him someone capable of such violence.
The shooting incident has raised questions about safety at public venues. Local authorities emphasize the importance of swift reactions by bystanders, which likely mitigated the extent of the tragedy that night. The community continues to process the impact of this tragic event as law enforcement prepares for the legal proceedings ahead.