A chilling confession has emerged from the New Hampshire man accused of a brazen shooting at a country club last year. Hunter West Nadeau, 24, allegedly admitted to investigators that his target wasn’t individuals, but wealth itself – a desperate attempt to strike back at those he believed were indifferent to the plight of the poor.
The incident unfolded on September 20th at the Sky Meadow Club in Nashua. Surveillance footage reportedly shows Nadeau, cloaked in a black hoodie and carrying a green backpack, entering the club just after 7:17 p.m. He proceeded to PRIME steakhouse, concealing his face behind a mask before unleashing a barrage of gunfire.
Steve Burtman, a club employee stationed at the front desk, became the first victim, struck in the face by five shots. Miraculously, he survived his injuries. Nadeau then moved into the restaurant, firing five more rounds towards a group of diners, shattering the evening’s tranquility.
The gunfire claimed the life of Robert Steven DeCesare, 59, who was enjoying dinner with his wife and daughter. A third patron was also wounded in the chaotic attack. Witnesses described a scene of terror as Nadeau continued firing until confronted by other diners, forcing him to retreat.
Amidst the pandemonium, a witness reported Nadeau shouting “Free Palestine.” Shortly after, police discovered him on the golf course, suffering from self-inflicted wounds to his arms and wrists. He reportedly confessed to being a “bad guy” and reiterated his animosity towards the wealthy.
From his hospital bed, Nadeau elaborated on his motives, expressing resentment towards the “elites” and their accumulation of wealth. He revealed a calculated decision to target Sky Meadow, having previously worked there as a server and recognizing it as a haven for affluence.
Remarkably, Nadeau claimed he deliberately avoided targeting a wedding taking place at the venue, stating he didn’t want to harm “civilians.” This chilling detail underscores the focused nature of his rage, directed not at people, but at a perceived system of inequality.
Investigators have noted parallels between Nadeau’s alleged motives and those of Luigi Mangione, accused of attempting to assassinate a UnitedHealthcare CEO in Manhattan less than a year prior. Both cases suggest a growing trend of violence fueled by ideological grievances.
Nadeau now faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder and reckless second-degree murder. He remains in custody without bail, awaiting trial as the investigation continues to unravel the depths of his motivations and the tragic consequences of his actions.
