A shooting that occurred at an Elizabeth restaurant sent a man to the hospital on Sunday night.
According to a statement released by police, the incident happened at around 10:43 pm at 1213 Magnolia Avenue, which is a fried chicken restaurant.
Police say gunfire rang out from the outside of the establishment where arriving police units found as many as eight shell casings.
According to police, a bullet entered the establishment and struck a person causing severe injuries.
EMS transported the victim to University Hospital where they received treatment for serious injuries.
Witnesses described the suspect as a 5’8" black male approximately 200lbs who wore all black clothing and a black skull cap according to police.
Police say the suspect fled the scene in an older model, black, Crown Victoria on Trinity Place towards Mary Street.
Detective Szpond is handling the case, so anyone with information should contact him at 908-558-2041.