Damage left behind by early morning Waffle House shooting, suspects wanted

The Atlanta Police Department released this image showing what they say are suspects in a shooting at the Waffle House located along Northside Drive NW in Atlanta on June 20, 2025. (Atlanta Police Department)

Investigators with the Atlanta Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects involved in a shooting early Friday morning at a Waffle House on Northside Drive.

What we know:

Officers responded around 12:10 a.m. on June 20 to the restaurant at 1099 Northside Drive NW after reports of a dispute involving weapons. According to police, several unidentified individuals opened fire on a man and a woman outside the location. While neither victim was injured, the gunfire caused significant property damage.

Authorities say two suspects fled the scene on foot, while a third left in what may have been a red Tesla.

What we don't know:

The department’s Aggravated Assault Unit is leading the investigation and has released photographs of the suspects in hopes the public can assist.

What you can do:

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477), visit www.StopCrimeAtl.org, or text CSGA and the tip to CRIMES (738477). Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

The Source: The Atlanta Police Department provided the details and image for this article. 

AtlantaNewsCrime and Public Safety