
The North Hills community in Raleigh is still reeling from the tragic events that unfolded over the past week. As a deadly shooting occurred at Coquette Brasserie, a popular gathering spot in the North Hills shopping area, witnesses described the scene as "horrifying" and "a shock." Gretchen Coley, a realtor with an office overlooking the restaurant, was one of those who bore witness to the harrowing incident, detailing her experience in a statement obtained by MyFOX8.
In a heart-wrenching development, the suspect in the shooting, George Colom, succumbed to his injuries and was taken off life support, ABC11 reported. His family expressed their grief and a desire for privacy during this difficult time. "My family is saddened by the loss of Mr Schaffer and we grieve for his family. We also share the pain with Mr. Aguilar. We are focused on our own son right now and want our privacy respected during this time. My son will soon pass away and we just want to bury our son in peace," George Colom Sr. told ABC11. A preliminary investigation revealed that the three men involved in the incident knew each other, with Raleigh police still investigating the matter.
Further details about the shooting have emerged. The deceased victim has been identified as Mr. Schaffer by the Raleigh police. Surviving the encounter was 24-year-old Jonathan Aguilar Vega, who, after receiving medical treatment, has been released from the hospital. This information was reported by CBS 17, as the Raleigh police continue to peel back the layers of this tragedy. The authorities have emphasized that the parties involved were acquainted with one another and that the shooting was not a random act of violence.