Southport Bar Shooting: Marine Veteran Nigel Edge Held Without Bond, Death Penalty Weighed

Nigel Edge, a 40-year-old Marine veteran, has been ordered held without bond following his first court appearance on Monday afternoon in connection with a deadly shooting at a Southport, North Carolina, waterfront bar over the weekend. Prosecutors are actively weighing the death penalty for Edge, who is accused of killing three people and injuring eight others in what police describe as a “highly premeditated” attack.

Edge, who served in the Marines from 2003 to 2009 and was awarded the Purple Heart, faces three counts of first-degree murder and multiple counts of attempted murder. Authorities allege he acted as a “lone wolf,” opening fire with an assault rifle from a boat on patrons gathered on an outdoor deck at the American Fish Company. He was detained by the Coast Guard shortly after the 10:25 p.m. shooting on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

District Attorney Jon David confirmed that the death penalty is a potential outcome in North Carolina for appropriate cases, and his office’s review committee will thoroughly evaluate the facts. While a motive for the shooting remains under investigation, David stated that proving intent, not motive, is crucial for prosecution. Edge’s next court appearance is scheduled for October 13.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein visited Southport on Monday, praising law enforcement for their swift apprehension of the suspect. He also highlighted a broader concern about recent acts of violence across the country, including another incident involving a Marine veteran in Michigan, and emphasized the critical need to address mental health crises as a preventative measure.

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