Nashua, N.H., September 20, 2025 (Local Newsroom)
A tragic shooting at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua late Saturday evening has left one man dead and several others injured, law enforcement confirmed. A suspect has been detained, and authorities say there is no ongoing threat to the public. AP News+2News.com.au+2
What Happened
The incident unfolded around 7:30 p.m., during a wedding reception taking place in the country club’s dining room. Witnesses say the gunman, dressed in black and wearing a mask, entered the crowded room and opened fire. Amid the chaos, guests ducked for cover. AP News+2News.com.au+2
Initial confusion saw reports of two shooters, but after reviewing surveillance footage, law enforcement determined there was only one assailant. AP News+2News.com.au+2
Victims & Injuries
The person killed is an adult male. AP News+1 Details about the injured are still coming in; some were wounded by gunfire, others suffered non‐gunshot injuries in the panic. News.com.au+1
What Authorities Say
New Hampshire’s Attorney General John Formella and Nashua Police Chief Kevin Rourke confirmed the suspect, also an adult male, was apprehended at the scene. AP News+1 Police said there is no current danger to the public. AP News+1
Investigators have not yet determined a motive. AP News+1
Eyewitness Accounts
One guest, Tom Bartelson, described the moment like this:
“Getting together for a dance for the bride and groom and then all chaos went off. We heard about six shots and everybody ducked for cover…” AP News
Another, Sophie Flabouris, recalled:
“Pop, pop, pop, pop, pop, and then, ‘Gun, run’ and people started screaming and running.” News.com.au
Some guests sheltered in kitchens; others assisted injured or disoriented loved ones. AP News+2New York Post+2
Community & Official Response
Mayor Jim Donchess of Nashua said:
“I think the message is for every community out there is that no matter how unlikely it seems it can happen where you live.” AP News
U.S. Rep. Maggie Goodlander expressed her sympathy:
“My heart is with the victims, their families and the community.” AP News+1
What’s Next
Law enforcement will continue their investigation into motive, timeline, victim recovery, and exactly how many suffered gunshot wounds. Autopsies, surveillance footage, and witness statements are expected to be central to the probe. Those injured are receiving medical treatment, and authorities have urged anyone with additional information to come forward. AP News+1
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