Incident with Virginia security officer leads to gunshot fired by suspect
Woodbridge VA May 23 2021
Police were called on May 16 at 3:13AM, to assist security officers after gunshots were fired.
Multiple officers responded to The Palace Tex Mex Grill located at 13989 Jefferson Davis Hwy. in Woodbridge to investigate the shots fired call.
An employee of the business reported to police that upon closing the restaurant, one of the patrons became upset and began arguing with the security guard.
Eventually, the patron left the building and went to his vehicle.
A short time later, the patron reengaged the security guards while brandishing a firearm.
At one point during the encounter, the patron fired a round into the air before fleeing the area.
No injuries or property damage were reported.
During a canvass, officers located a shell casing in the parking lot.
There is no suspect description at this time. The investigation continues.
