HOOVER, Alabama — Police Investigate Tragic Workplace Shooting at Walk-On’s; Pregnant Victim Injured, Unborn Child Killed
HOOVER, AL — A devastating incident unfolded at a popular restaurant in Hoover on the afternoon of June 14, 2025, leaving the community in shock and sparking an active police investigation. According to officials, a shooting occurred at Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, located on Tattersall Park Drive, involving two employees. The violence resulted in serious injury to a 22-year-old pregnant woman and the tragic loss of her unborn child.
The Hoover Police Department responded swiftly to the emergency call, arriving at the scene just two minutes after the 1:40 PM dispatch. Officers discovered the young woman suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen, and immediately called for medical assistance. The victim was quickly transported by Hoover Fire Department paramedics to UAB Hospital, where she is currently being treated. While doctors expect the woman to survive her injuries, the trauma to her body was too severe for her unborn child, who was tragically pronounced deceased following the shooting.
Police at the scene detained a 36-year-old male employee of Walk-On’s, who has been identified as the suspected shooter. Authorities have not yet released the man’s name publicly, stating that he is currently being held in the Hoover City Jail, pending formal charges expected to be filed by Monday morning. The suspect’s name will be disclosed once charges are officially brought forth in consultation with the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office.
According to early findings from the Hoover Police Department, the shooting appears to have stemmed from reckless behavior involving a firearm. Although the exact motive and series of events leading up to the shooting remain under investigation, detectives believe there was no immediate confrontation or altercation of a personal nature between the victim and the suspect at the time of the incident. Instead, preliminary evidence suggests negligent handling of a firearm, which resulted in deadly consequences.
“This is an absolutely heartbreaking situation,” a spokesperson for the Hoover Police Department stated. “We are still working to gather all the facts, but one thing is clear: a young woman and her family are now facing unspeakable pain because of what appears to be a completely preventable tragedy.”
Authorities have not specified whether the firearm used in the incident was legally owned or if it was brought to the workplace in violation of company policy. Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has not yet issued a public statement, but sources say the restaurant was temporarily closed following the shooting and employees have been offered support services as the investigation continues.
News of the shooting has reverberated across Hoover and the broader Birmingham metropolitan area, with many expressing sorrow and disbelief that such violence could erupt in a typically safe and family-friendly location. Walk-On’s, a popular sports bar and restaurant chain known for its lively atmosphere and Southern fare, is frequented by families and sports fans alike. The idea of a shooting inside one of its establishments—especially one involving employees and resulting in the death of an unborn child—has prompted outrage, grief, and calls for accountability.
Local community members have taken to social media and prayer circles to offer support for the injured victim, many describing her as a kind and hardworking young woman with a bright future. Some have already begun discussing ways to support her and her family through the difficult road to recovery ahead.
The Hoover Police Department has urged the public to remain patient and allow investigators the necessary time to complete a thorough review of all evidence, including security footage, witness statements, and forensic analysis. They have also asked that individuals refrain from spreading unverified rumors as the case remains active.
This tragic event is a painful reminder of the devastating consequences that can arise from careless and irresponsible handling of firearms—especially in environments not meant for weapons of any kind. It has also reignited conversations around workplace safety, employee mental health, and gun responsibility in public spaces.
As the investigation continues, Hoover residents and beyond wait for justice and healing, mourning the loss of a life that never had the chance to begin, and hoping for the full recovery of a young mother who now must carry unimaginable pain.
Further updates, including the identity of the suspect and formal charges, are expected to be announced on Monday. The Hoover Police Department continues to work closely with the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office to ensure a comprehensive and just resolution to this heartbreaking case.
