Arrest Made In December NC Murder Of Scott Brooks Sandwich House Co-Owner

CHARLOTTE, NC. (THECOUNT) — An arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of NoDa restaurant co-owner, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said Wednesday.

“We are finally getting some peace of mind!! We have a been praying for this day and it’s finally here! We are too blessed to be stressed!” Brooks’ Sandwich House posted on Instagram following the announcement of the arrest.

Scott Brooks was shot dead in mid-December during an apparent robbery, according to 2019 reports.

Brooks and his twin brother David opened the eatery in 1973. The family-owned restaurant has been a staple in the Charlotte community for decades.

Scott was opening the popular sandwich shop for business when he was shot and killed Monday morning for unknown reasons.

He was located suffering from at least one gunshot wound outside the business.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say he was pronounced dead at the scene of gunshot injuries.

“It appears an employee of the business was just beginning his day and was confronted by some unknown assailant,” Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Maj. David Robinson said.

The restaurant is located at, 2710 N Brevard St in Charlotte, NC.

Anyone with possible additional information should contact police at 911.

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