Man shoots inside busy metro Atlanta restaurant, customers return fire

Authorities in Conyers have apprehended a suspect following an exchange of gunfire at a packed restaurant and a subsequent SWAT operation nearby. Police responded to reports of shots fired at Chiquitos Cantina and Grill on Old Salem Road.

According to officials, a man opened fire inside the restaurant, prompting several patrons to draw their own firearms in defense. Although the gunman continued shooting from outside, fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Channel 2 reported visible damage at the scene, including large bullet holes in the restaurants glass doors and windows. Customer Jonathan Stewart described the chaotic scene, comparing it to a wild west standoff.

Rockdale County SWAT officers were called to locate the shooter at a residence less than a mile from the restaurant on Oak Forest Drive. During the operation, three individuals were escorted from the home, and police confirmed that one of them is the suspect, though no name has been released.

Stewart expressed relief at the arrest, saying, Well, thats good. He dont need to be walking around here.

Author: Ethan Caldwell