WILLINGBORO TWP. — A security guard working an event at a VFW hall along Creekview Road in Willingboro was reportedly shot in the head Thursday evening during a fight.
According to 6ABC, the victim is identified as William Matthews and he’s expected to recover. Another security guard, whose identity remains unclear, suffered a gunshot wound to the arm.
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The shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. during a private event, according to the report, which adds that the alleged gunman was escorted out before opening fire on the two victims who were both hospitalized.
Last month, Willingboro police Lt. Christopher Vetter told NJ Advance Media that his department has been dealing with an “alarming” number of shots fired reports and recovery of illegal firearms.
Shooting victim William Matthews stable at Cooper per his wife. Working security at Willingboro VFW when shot. @6abc pic.twitter.com/uVI9FQIMuY
— Annie McCormick (@6abcAnnie) February 17, 2017
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