MERIDIAN, Idaho — Meridian police say a Tuesday night shooting at the IHOP near Eagle Road and Fairview Avenue appears to have been an accidental self-inflicted injury.
Officers responded around 9:50 p.m. on June 9 to reports of shots fired. When they arrived, they found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Police say he was transported to a hospital in critical condition.
Idaho News 6 was on scene that night, where neighborhood reporter Greenlee Clark observed Meridian Police and Fire crews stationed outside the restaurant. Several people were seen sitting along the curb, and friends and family gathered near caution tape in the parking lot. Police spoke with witnesses but did not release information at the time.
Authorities say that, out of an abundance of caution, several individuals present were temporarily detained and interviewed. Based on their preliminary investigation, police believe the injury was the result of an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The scene has been secured, and there is no threat to the public. The investigation remains active, and no further information has been released.
Idaho News 6 will continue to provide updates as they become available.
