A tragic incident at the McDonald’s in Purcellville left one person dead on Saturday afternoon, December 21. The Purcellville Police Department responded quickly to the scene, located at the intersection of Maple Ave and Nixon Rd, after receiving a 911 call reporting gunfire at the fast-food location.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found an adult individual unresponsive inside a vehicle in the parking lot. A firearm was recovered near the scene, though no further details about the weapon or the circumstances leading to the shooting have been released. The police immediately secured the area, leading to temporary road closures and restricted access to the McDonald’s location.
Investigators spent several hours at the scene, interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence as the yellow police tape marked off the area. Thankfully, no patrons or employees were harmed, though those present inside the restaurant at the time were understandably shaken by the incident.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the shooting, with more information expected to be released in the coming days. Local officials are urging anyone who may have information about the incident to contact the Purcellville Police Department.
