Atmore Police Investigate Early Morning Altercation, Gunfire Near Waffle House, Popeyes

September 28, 2026

The Atmore Police Department is investigating an early Sunday morning altercation that led to a pistol-whipping and gunfire in neighboring restaurant parking lots.

Officers responded at approximately 2:50 a.m. Sunday, September 27, 2026, to reports of a physical altercation and shots fired in the parking lot of the Waffle House on South Main Street near Wind River Road.

According to police, one individual struck another person in the head multiple times with what was believed to be a firearm before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.

Following the assault, the injured victim drew a firearm and fired several rounds in the nearby Popeyes parking lot.

Investigators confirmed that no gunshot injuries have been reported, and no damage to vehicles or nearby buildings has been found.

The Atmore Police Department stated that detectives are following strong leads, and further details will be released as the investigation continues.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under FRONT TOP