Mass Shooting Aftermath: Southport’s American Fish Company Closes Indefinitely, Suspect Charged

SOUTHPORT, N.C. – The American Fish Company, a popular local bar, has announced its indefinite closure following a tragic mass shooting that occurred on Saturday night. The incident resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left five others injured, sending shockwaves through the Southport community.

In a heartfelt social media post, the establishment expressed profound grief, stating, “Our hearts are broken following the shooting on Saturday night… Our prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone affected by this tragedy. American Fish Company and Frying Pan will be closed indefinitely as we grieve and seek healing together.”

The announcement follows swift action by law enforcement, with Southport Police confirming the arrest of Nigel Edge in connection with the deadly attack. Edge faces multiple severe charges, including three counts of first-degree murder, five counts of attempted first-degree murder, and five counts of assault with a deadly weapon.

Arrest warrants reveal chilling details, alleging that Edge utilized a short-barreled AR rifle, equipped with a suppressor, folding stock, and scope, to fire upon patrons from his boat. Authorities responded to the American Fish Company around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, after receiving numerous reports of gunfire. Coring, a police spokesperson, noted rapid reports of a subject shooting from a boat in the waterway.

Edge was apprehended shortly after 10 p.m. by the Coast Guard while attempting to load his boat at a public ramp in Oak Island, bringing a rapid end to the immediate threat but leaving a community to grapple with the aftermath of profound loss.

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