BROCKTON, Mass. — Authorities in Massachusetts have identified the victim of a fatal shooting at a sushi restaurant in Brockton. Joe Araujo, 22, of Brockton, was the target of the shooting at Hibachi Sushi Supreme Buffet on 718 Crescent St. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the incident took place on Friday night.
According to a Brockton police spokesperson, emergency responders arrived at the scene at 7:25 p.m. following reports of a shooting inside the restaurant. Witnesses told reporters that a masked individual entered the restaurant and shot the victim before fleeing the scene. Araujo was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. No additional injuries were reported.
Customers and employees in the area expressed shock and concern, with some stating that the plaza where the restaurant is located has always been considered safe and busy. However, the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office indicated that the shooting does not appear to be a random act of violence.
The investigation remains ongoing, with Brockton police and Massachusetts State Police assigned to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office leading the efforts. It is crucial for anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.
In summary, Joe Araujo, a 22-year-old resident of Brockton, was fatally shot at Hibachi Sushi Supreme Buffet in Brockton on Friday night. Law enforcement officials are conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident, and anyone with relevant information is urged to come forward.