Oshkosh McDonald’s Employee Charged After Shooting Manager During Overnight Dispute
OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN — A 24-year-old McDonald’s employee is facing criminal charges after allegedly shooting his manager during a workplace dispute at a restaurant in Oshkosh early last week, according to court records and a newly filed criminal complaint.
Prosecutors have charged Adam Samida with disorderly conduct while using a dangerous weapon and carrying a concealed weapon, both misdemeanors. He made his initial court appearance Monday, where a signature bond was set, and a status conference was scheduled for December 18.
Argument at McDonald’s Escalates Into Shooting
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. on October 29 at the McDonald’s on Jackson Street, police said. According to the complaint, employees told investigators that Samida had been refusing to work during his shift, prompting a manager to confront him.
An argument ensued between Samida and the manager, identified as Witness 2 (W2) in court documents. Surveillance footage reviewed by investigators shows the dispute escalating near the restaurant’s exit doors.
“Eventually, Samida pulled out a gun and shot the manager in the foot,” the criminal complaint states.
Police say the victim sustained a gunshot wound that fractured his foot but is expected to recover.
Conflicting Accounts of What Happened
The criminal complaint outlines conflicting accounts between the witness and what was captured on camera.
The manager told police that Samida refused to leave and might have been preparing to “shoot others” after entering a bathroom, leading to a physical struggle between the two men.
However, surveillance footage reportedly contradicted portions of that account, showing that Samida tried to leave the restaurant but was physically stopped by the manager, investigators said.
During the altercation, Samida allegedly reached for his gun and fired a single shot, hitting the manager in the foot. After the shooting, Samida left the restaurant but was arrested a short time later by Oshkosh police officers.
Charges and Court Proceedings
Prosecutors filed the misdemeanor charges Monday, noting that the investigation found no evidence of premeditation beyond the immediate altercation. Samida has not entered a plea, and court documents show he declined to provide a statement following his arrest.
The case remains under review by the Winnebago County District Attorney’s Office, and the Oshkosh Police Department said additional charges could be considered depending on forensic findings.
Authorities say workplace violence incidents remain rare in the area but urge businesses to maintain conflict de-escalation procedures and safety protocols to prevent similar incidents.
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