A man died Wednesday after being shot several times inside a Riverdale eatery, according to authorities.

Clayton County police are investigating the shooting, which occurred shortly after 3 p.m. in the 1200 block of Ga. 138. Officers responded to the shopping center and found the victim lying dead on the floor inside one of the take-out restaurants.

Officials have not released the man’s name.

“The investigation is ongoing and the Clayton County detectives are diligently working every angle and all leads in the incident at this time,” she said.

Channel 2 Action News reported that investigators had an area in front of the American Wings & Hibachi restaurant cordoned off with crime scene tape. A handful of officers gathered outside the business along with a small crowd. Two of the hibachi restaurant’s windows were shattered, the news station reported.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Clayton County Police Department at 770-477-3550. Tipsters can remain anonymous, and be eligible for rewards of up to $2,000, by contacting Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477, texting information to 274637 or visiting the Crime Stoppers website.

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