Indictment Announced in Shooting of Waitress at Red Oak

The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office has brought an indictment in February's shooting outside of the Red Oak Diner in Hazlet, according to a press release. The victim, a 35 year old Keyport woman working at the diner as a waitress, was found in a flowerbed with multiple gunshot wounds to the face, neck, arm, and upper torso and was transported to the hospital, where she endured several surgeries. The shooter, who allegedly didn't like his ex-girlfriend's reasons for breaking up with him, faces 20 years for first degree attempted murder and other charges. If convicted, he will be required to serve 85% of his sentence before being considered for parole.