Man on the Run After Shooting Two People During Wedding Over Meatball Argument

A wedding celebration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, turned violent after a groomsman allegedly shot two guests during an argument over meatballs.

Police are searching for 41-year-old Thomas Redrick Williams, who is accused of opening fire at the reception before fleeing the scene.

Authorities said Williams is wanted on suspicion of first-degree reckless injury with the use of a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and bail jumping.

The shooting reportedly occurred on June 20 at the Aria Business Center in Milwaukee. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man and a woman suffering from gunshot wounds.

According to a criminal complaint, the incident began after the bride’s cousin noticed Williams serving himself meatballs with his bare hands and asked him to use a plate and serving utensils instead.

The disagreement escalated, and prosecutors said Williams allegedly punched the bride’s cousin. When the bride’s brother-in-law attempted to intervene and calm the situation, the confrontation became physical.

Investigators allege that Williams then pulled out a handgun and opened fire.

The woman was reportedly shot in the arm and leg, while the man sustained a gunshot wound to the back of the neck. Both victims survived and were taken to a local hospital for treatment.

According to investigators, the bride witnessed the shooting and followed Williams outside as he attempted to leave. She reportedly confronted him beside his vehicle and grabbed his key fob in an effort to stop him from driving away.

Williams allegedly abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot.

Police later searched the car, which is registered in his wife’s name, and reportedly recovered a Taurus 9mm handgun.

When officers later spoke with Williams’ wife, she said they had attended the wedding together and that he had dropped her off at home before returning with her vehicle.

Authorities also disclosed that Williams was already out on bond in a separate criminal case when the shooting occurred.

A warrant has since been issued for his arrest, and police continue to search for him.