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Teen Killed In PA Wawa Fight Turned Shooting ID'd: Police Teen Killed In PA Wawa Fight Turned Shooting ID'd: Police
Teen Killed In PA Wawa Fight Turned Shooting ID'd: Police A teenager was shot and killed after a fight broke out at the Wawa on West Main Street in Stroudsburg on Saturday, Nov. 30, authorities announced. Stroud Area Regional Police were called to the convenience store at 8:20 p.m. for reports of shots fired and a male victim who had been shot, police said in a release. Officers found 17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti with a gunshot wound to the neck and attempted lifesaving measures until EMS arrived and transported him to a local hospital, where he later died, police said. The shooting is believed to have stemmed from a verbal altercation involv…
Ex-BF Kills Teen, Mom; Wounds Dad, Sister In PA Attack: Family Ex-BF Kills Teen, Mom; Wounds Dad, Sister In PA Attack: Family
Ex-BF Kills Teen, Mom; Wounds Dad, Sister In PA Attack: Family The ex-boyfriend of a Mount Joy teen is accused of driving nearly two hours to her family’s home after receiving a Protection From Abuse order, fatally shooting her mother and injuring her, her stepfather, and younger sister in a late-night attack, according to the victims' family. Four family members were shot in a Mount Joy apartment by 21-year-old Ricky Shannon on Friday, Nov. 8, as Daily Voice previously reported.  Shannon allegedly drove nearly two hours after receiving a Protection From Abuse order to commit the attack, the victims’ family shared with Daily Voice. One PFA was fil…
Easton Dad Killed In NJ Motorcycle Crash Survived By Young Family Easton Dad Killed In NJ Motorcycle Crash Survived By Young Family
Easton Dad Killed In NJ Motorcycle Crash Survived By Young Family A Pennsylvania man killed in a tragic motorcycle crash in New Jersey leaves behind his young family. Rayvaughn Webster, 43, of Easton, was died in a crash while operating his motorcycle on Route 78 in Springfield Township, NJ on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Webster leaves behind his wife of 20 years, Katie Webster, and their three children: Braeden, Harley, and Maverick, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by Katie Webster and Timothy Maddox. The GoFundMe was started to raise funds for funeral expenses and provide assistance for the family, the campaign page says. The campaign has raised $32,48…
Accident Or Homicide? Shooting Leaves 17-Year-Old Boy Dead In PA Accident Or Homicide? Shooting Leaves 17-Year-Old Boy Dead In PA
Accident Or Homicide? Shooting Leaves 17-Year-Old Boy Dead In PA The difficult task of ruling whether an "accidental" shooting may be a homicide is up to authorities in Luzerne County, Daily Voice was told on Friday, Sept. 6. A teenage boy was fatally wounded with a gunshot wound to his chest in Nanticoke on Sunday, Sept. 1, authorities said. The victim was identified as Hunter Sipple, 17, the following day.  The shooting with a handgun was "preliminarily accidental" pending further investigation, Nanticoke Police Chief Michael Roke told Daily Voice. "It's been a pretty whirlwind week," Roke said on Friday, Sept. 6. "We have more people coming in f…
Teen Struck Dead By Train Crash Into Car: Berks County Coroner Teen Struck Dead By Train Crash Into Car: Berks County Coroner
Teen Struck Dead By Train Crash Into Car: Berks County Coroner Services are on Saturday, Aug. 10 for a 19-year-old man killed when the car he was riding in was struck by a train in Berks County. Meanwhile, family members are raising money for funeral expenses for Jazavier Phelps-Hines, of Reading. Phelps-Hines died on Saturday, Aug. 3 at about 3:40 p.m. when his car was struck by a train in Tilden Township, according to the Berks County Coroner's Office. "We are heartbroken to share that Jazavier Phelps has passed away unexpectedly in a tragic accident," a relative wrote on this GoFundMe page. "He was a beloved son, grandson, nephew and friend. T…
Family Names Toddler Killed While Crossing Philadelphia Street Family Names Toddler Killed While Crossing Philadelphia Street
Family Names Toddler Killed While Crossing Philadelphia Street The 1-year-old girl who was fatally struck by a pickup truck in Philadelphia on Saturday, July 20 was identified by loved ones on GoFundMe as Madison Morales Salazar. Morales Salazar, her mother, and her 13-year-old sister were all struck on North Front Street at the intersection with Wyoming Avenue around 9 p.m., city police said previously.  The mother and 13-year-old sustained injuries to their feet and ankles and were taken to Albert Einstein Medical Center, while 22-month-old Madison was taken to St. Christopher's Hospital where she died, PPD said.  The 28-year-old driv…
Grieving Sister Says Philly Area Brother Was Murdered Days Before 38th Birthday Grieving Sister Says Philly Area Brother Was Murdered Days Before 38th Birthday
Grieving Sister Says Philly Area Brother Was Murdered Days Before 38th Birthday Loved ones are collecting donations for the Hatboro man shot and killed during an altercation with a neighbor on Saturday, June 8.  Stephen Strassburg was found with multiple gunshot wounds in the parking lot of Razor Reese's Salon and Spa, authorities have said. He was taken to Abington Hospital where he died from his injuries.  The DA's Office believes Strassburg was shot by Maurice Byrd, the owner of Razor Reese's, while Byrd was on the phone with 911 dispatchers. He is charged with first-degree murder and is being held without bail.  On Facebook on Saturday, St…
Coatesville Parents Ran Fundraiser For Son Who Allegedly Overdosed On Their Drugs Coatesville Parents Ran Fundraiser For Son Who Allegedly Overdosed On Their Drugs
Coatesville Parents Ran Fundraiser For Son Who Allegedly Overdosed On Their Drugs The Coatesville parents charged with their son's overdose death last July launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for his funeral expenses.  The verified campaign raised $895 after it was posted on July 30, 2023.  "My name is Mousa Hawa I am asking for help to cover cost for my son Hunter Hawa," the campaign reads. "He passed suddenly 7/26/2023 we are having him cremated and then we will have a service for him(.)" Hawa and Holly Back are each charged with third-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter in Hunter's July 26 overdose death, the Chester County District Attorney'…
Thousands Raised For Young Mom Killed In Bucks County Shooting Spree Thousands Raised For Young Mom Killed In Bucks County Shooting Spree
Thousands Raised For Young Mom Killed In Bucks County Shooting Spree Friends and community members have raised thousands of dollars to memorialize Taylor Daniel.  Daniel, 25, was shot and killed by the father of her children Andre Gordon Jr. on Saturday, March 16, according to the Bucks County District Attorney's Office.  Gordon Jr. is also accused of killing his 52-year-old stepmother, Karen Gordon, and his 13-year-old sister, Kera Gordon, authorities have said. He is charged with multiple counts of murder, assault, burglary, and related counts and is awaiting extradition to Pennsylvania from New Jersey.  On GoFundMe, community members …
Philly Man Killed In Hit-Run Was Barber With 'Passion For His Craft,' Family Says Philly Man Killed In Hit-Run Was Barber With 'Passion For His Craft,' Family Says
Philly Man Killed In Hit-Run Was Barber With 'Passion For His Craft,' Family Says Friends and neighbors are rallying for the Philadelphia man killed in a hit-and-run crash last Tuesday, Feb. 27.  Toby "Sameer" Bryant, 47, was struck crossing the 7900 block of Ogontz Avenue around 11:15 p.m., Daily Voice reported. Police said the driver got out of their car to assess the damage then sped off.  The investigation and the search for the suspect are ongoing, authorities have said.  According to loved ones on GoFundMe, Bryant was a popular barber in his community for 15 years.  "He truly loved what he did for a living," wrote his daughter Aneesah Hughes-B…
Montco Man Killed In Bucks Crash Was 'Cherished Husband, Father' Montco Man Killed In Bucks Crash Was 'Cherished Husband, Father'
Montco Man Killed In Bucks Crash Was 'Cherished Husband, Father' Marcus Pochettino, a Montgomery County husband and father of two, died suddenly in a car crash last Tuesday, Feb. 27, loved ones said in a GoFundMe. He was 38.  Pochettino was killed when his car crashed on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bensalem, the Bucks County Coroner's Office told Daily Voice.  He lived in Lafayette Hill with his wife of 12 years, Casey, and their sons, 9-year-old Charles and 7-year-old Sebastian, wrote GoFundMe campaign organizer Jamie Kaye.  "Marcus was the epitome of a loving spouse and father, deeply involved in his community and family life," Ka…
Lehigh Valley Mom, 46, Was 'Vibrant Soul,' Loved Ones Recall Lehigh Valley Mom, 46, Was 'Vibrant Soul,' Loved Ones Recall
Lehigh Valley Mom, 46, Was 'Vibrant Soul,' Loved Ones Recall Catherine Blank of Emmaus died on Wednesday, Feb. 14 after she was reported missing by authorities. She was 46.  Blank was found near the railroad tracks along Indian Creek Road a little over a day after police reported her disappearance, the Lehigh County Coroner's Office has said.  Her cause and manner of death were pending further investigation following her autopsy on Feb. 16.  "Cathy, a vibrant soul known for her kindness, love for animals, and radiant smile, tragically lost her life under harrowing circumstances," said her brother Richard Blank on GoFundMe. "Diagnosed…
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support ‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Sudden Death Of PA Dad Kyle Aunkst, 33, Prompts Outpour Of Community Support After a Pennsylvania dad died suddenly, neighbors and well-wishers are pitching in to assist his family in their time of need.  Kyle L. Aunkst, 33, of Muncy, passed away in his home on Friday, June 16, said loved ones in his obituary.  Now, community members are donating money to help his bereaved family members handle end-of-life costs and other expenses.  "None of us was planning for this," said his older sister Tyrennie on a GoFundMe page the day after his death. "I'm reaching out to see if maybe anyone would help us celebrate the life of Kyle Aunkst." Neighbors hee…
Couple Killed In Carbon County Motorcycle Wreck Leave Behind Children, Grandchildren Couple Killed In Carbon County Motorcycle Wreck Leave Behind Children, Grandchildren
Couple Killed In Carbon County Motorcycle Wreck Leave Behind Children, Grandchildren The motorcyclists who died in a Carbon County accident over the weekend leave behind two families, their loved ones say.  Amy Hollenbach, 44, and Michael Brunell, 42, were heading north on Forest Inn Road in Towmensing Township when an oncoming vehicle veered from its lane and struck their bike around 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, May 21, Daily Voice reported.  They died from their injuries.  On a pair of GoFundMe campaigns launched Monday, May 22, their loved ones say the pair were engaged to be married.  Now, their children are seeking donations to assist with funeral expenses and other end-of-…
'Our Hearts Are Broken': Support Surges For Elderly Couple Killed In Montco Fire 'Our Hearts Are Broken': Support Surges For Elderly Couple Killed In Montco Fire
'Our Hearts Are Broken': Support Surges For Elderly Couple Killed In Montco Fire Just days after a fire killed a Hatfield couple in their home, well-wishers and loved ones have raised thousands for the family members they left behind.  Firefighters were called to the Washington Lane home of Ghanshyam Patel, 78, and Leenabahen Patel, 63, around 4:30 a.m. on Friday, May 12 for a reported structure fire.  By the time crews left the scene, both victims were pronounced dead.  Now, friends of the couple's family are raising funds on GoFundMe to assist loved ones handle funeral expenses and other end-of-life costs. In just three days after going live, the effort has garnered…
21-Year-Old Gunned Down In Philadelphia Had Promising Future, Loved Ones Say 21-Year-Old Gunned Down In Philadelphia Had Promising Future, Loved Ones Say
21-Year-Old Gunned Down In Philadelphia Had Promising Future, Loved Ones Say Jordan Hayward, a Southwest Philadelphia resident, was fatally shot on Monday, May 1, city police announced. He was 21.  Authorities were called to the 200 block of North Robbins Street in West Philly's Haddington neighborhood around 7:15 p.m. that night, the department said. Officers arrived to find Hayward suffering from gunshot wounds to the leg and head, according to police.  The 21-year-old was rushed to Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood, where he was pronounced dead just after 11:15 p.m., authorities said. No weapons were recovered from the scene and no arrests have …
Berks Neighbors Raise Nearly $10K For Family Of Murdered Teen Berks Neighbors Raise Nearly $10K For Family Of Murdered Teen
Berks Neighbors Raise Nearly $10K For Family Of Murdered Teen Berks County residents are stepping up to assist an area family in their time of need.  Javien Perch, a 19-year-old Reading man, was found dead near Oak Lane on the city's northeast side on Wednesday, April 5, and police are investigating the matter as a homicide.  Now, in the week since, his neighbors have rallied to ensure his friends and family a proper send-off.  Within three days of going live, a GoFundMe page launched by Javien's loved ones has raised a staggering $7,600 as of Friday, April 14. Organizers hope to eventually raise $10,000 to assist with funeral expenses and other end…
Award-Winning Ephrata Nurse Dies, Husband Seriously Hurt In ATV Crash: Authorities Award-Winning Ephrata Nurse Dies, Husband Seriously Hurt In ATV Crash: Authorities
Award-Winning Ephrata Nurse Dies, Husband Seriously Hurt In ATV Crash: Authorities An award-winning labor and delivery nurse from Ephrata has died and her husband remains in the hospital following an all-terrain vehicle crash in Tell Township, on Saturday, March 11, 2023, Pennsylvania State Police said in a release the following day.  The passenger, and decorated local nurse, 34-year-old Amanda L. Hoffert, was pronounced dead at the scene of the ATV crash at Black Hollow Road just south of Village Hill Road at 6:25 p.m., state police explained in the release.  Her 36-year-old husband, Bret Hoffert, had been driving the 2013 Honda Rancher north when he left the roadway fo…
‘Amazing Soul:’ Cody Rodenbough Of Northampton County Dies, 34 ‘Amazing Soul:’ Cody Rodenbough Of Northampton County Dies, 34
‘Amazing Soul:’ Cody Rodenbough Of Northampton County Dies, 34 Tributes and donations are pouring in for Cody Rodenbough of Northampton County, who died at his home on Tuesday, Jan. 10. He was 34. Born in Easton, Cody went to Easton Area High School. He was described as an overall “lover of life and the life of most parties,” his obituary says. Cody had a passion for eating at his favorite lunch spots — “just no red sauce.” He is survived by his loving parents, Claire/Joe Cerino and Donald Rodenbough; sister, Megan; brothers, Garrick, Colton and Josh; as well as many extended family members and “innumerable friends,” reads his obituary. Meanwhile, …
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 Beloved Lehigh Valley native Evan D. Modica died at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono on Thursday, Dec. 15. He was 22. A resident of Plainfield Township, Evan worked as a gasoline attendant at the TA Travel Center in Columbia, NJ, his obituary says. Evan was passionate about all things outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and hunting. He also had a knack for mechanics. Evan is survived by his loving parents, Jennifer (Werbicky) Modica and Michael D. Modica, Jr.; a sister, Mia Modica; paternal grandparents, Michael, Sr. and April Modica; maternal grandmother, Mary Werbicky; and many extende…
Lehigh Valley Native Anthony Kent-Suarez Leaves Inspiring Post Days Before Unexpected Death, 32 Lehigh Valley Native Anthony Kent-Suarez Leaves Inspiring Post Days Before Unexpected Death, 32
Lehigh Valley Native Anthony Kent-Suarez Leaves Inspiring Post Days Before Unexpected Death, 32 Social media tributes instantly poured in for beloved Lehigh Valley native Anthony Kent-Suarez, who died unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 19 at the age of 32 and left an inspiring yet heartbreaking post of his own just days beforehand. Born in Allentown, Anthony was employed as a clerical worker at the Walmart Distribution Center in Bethlehem, his obituary says. A GoFundMe launched for Anthony’s funeral expenses had raised nearly $10,000 as of Wednesday, Dec. 7. “We are asking for whatever you can afford to donate to help cover my brother’s funeral expenses,” reads the campaign. “This is suc…
GoFundMe Verifies Campaign By NJ Family Of Man Who Led PA Police On Deadly 100 MPH Chase GoFundMe Verifies Campaign By NJ Family Of Man Who Led PA Police On Deadly 100 MPH Chase
GoFundMe Verifies Campaign By NJ Family Of Man Who Led PA Police On Deadly 100 MPH Chase The New Jersey family of a 35-year-old man who was shot and killed during a 100 mph chase on US 22 in Pennsylvania has launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover the funeral cost. Krysten Harland Pretlor, who had been living in Johnstown, Pennsylvania prior to the deadly shooting on Thursday, Nov. 3, had a lengthy criminal record including getting caught while hiding out in New Jersey, authorities say. The Garden State native's extensive criminal background includes being captured on May 18, 2017, after the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Squad received a tip that he was in a local resi…
Sudden Loss Of Allentown Firefighter Matt Hummel At 30 Spreads Shock Through Community Sudden Loss Of Allentown Firefighter Matt Hummel At 30 Spreads Shock Through Community
Sudden Loss Of Allentown Firefighter Matt Hummel At 30 Spreads Shock Through Community The sudden and tragic loss of beloved Allentown firefighter Matt Hummel on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at the age of 30 is spreading shock and grief throughout the community. A native of Portland, Matt graduated from Parkland High School before studying at Penn State Berks, according to his social media page. He also studied Firefighter 1, Scene Support Operations at Bucks County Community College, his page says. Matt worked as a heavy equipment operator at Western Lehigh Services. He was also a self-employed tree arborist. Matt had joined the Tunnelton-Conemaugh Twp. Volunteer Fire Department a f…
Gunman Wanted For Deadly Reading Shooting: Police Gunman Wanted For Deadly Reading Shooting: Police
Gunman Wanted For Deadly Reading Shooting: Police Police in Berks County are seeking the public's help in locating a wanted man. Jayquan Miguel Sánchez is wanted on homicide charges in the shooting death of 26-year-old Quadell Spradley, Reading police said. Spradley, of Sinking Spring, was found dead on the 1200 Block of Church Street around 3:50 a.m. on Sunday, July 31, authorities said. More than $9,000 had been raised as of Monday, Aug. 8 on a GoFundMe for Spradley's funeral expenses. Quadell SpradleyGoFundMe "We’re asking if you can donate whatever you can to help our family give him the burial he deserves," reads the fundraiser,…
'TRAGIC': Support Rises For Family Of Beloved PA Man, 18, Killed In Crash After Leaving Class 'TRAGIC': Support Rises For Family Of Beloved PA Man, 18, Killed In Crash After Leaving Class
'Tragic': Support Rises For Family Of Beloved PA Man, 18, Killed In Crash After Leaving Class Support is on the rise for the heartbroken family of a beloved Lehigh Valley man, who died in a brutal crash Thursday, July 21 at the age of 18. Alessandro Gonzalez, of Bethlehem, was pronounced dead at the scene following the crash on Rt. 100 and Blackhorse Road in West Vincent Township, local police said. A 2022 graduate of Freedom High School, Gonzalez recently began studying automotive and diesel mechanics at Universal Technical Institute in Exton, according to his obituary. He was driving northbound after leaving class when he suddenly crossed into the southbound lanes and w…
Beloved PA Boy Dies After Brief Illness: GoFundMe Beloved PA Boy Dies After Brief Illness: GoFundMe
Beloved PA Boy Dies After Brief Illness: GoFundMe Shane Williams died at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia on Friday, April 8, after a month-long battle with an illness, his loved ones said. Shane Williams' "beautiful smile lit up the room and brought people together," Gwen Garcia wrote on a GoFundMe for the Williams family's medical and funeral expenses. Though Williams' age was not made clear, NorthPennNow confirms he was a fifth-grader at North Wales Elementary School. In the arms of the angels. Rest In Peace sweet one. Shane Williams Posted by Phyllis Bronson on Saturday, April 9, 2022 A lover of sports, Williams played with No…
Support Surges For Family After Sudden Death Of Beloved Warren County Native, 19 Support Surges For Family After Sudden Death Of Beloved Warren County Native, 19
Support Surges For Family After Sudden Death Of Beloved Warren County Native, 19 Support is on the rise for the Warren County family of Tyler Michael Wehrenberg, who died suddenly at Morristown Memorial Hospital on Thursday, March 3. He was 19. Born in Newton, Wehrenberg lived in Hackettstown at the time of his death, his obituary says. Wehrenberg attended West Morris Central High School and Hunterdon County Polytech, according to his Facebook page. Meanwhile, Wehrenberg’s family now faces an “extremely difficult” financial burden, according to a GoFundMe launched for funeral expenses. “…my son was ripped from me and from this earth,” reads a quote from Wehrenberg’s m…
Support Surges For 25-Year-Old PA Firefighter, National Guardsman Killed In Crash Support Surges For 25-Year-Old PA Firefighter, National Guardsman Killed In Crash
Support Surges For 25-Year-Old PA Firefighter, National Guardsman Killed In Crash Support is surging for the loved ones of a 25-year-old Pennsylvania firefighter killed in a car crash on Saturday, Feb. 19. Andrew Black, of Perkiomenville, worked as a firefighter with the Upper Frederick Fire Company and served in the Army National Guard, according to his obituary. More than $19,200 had been raised as of Friday, Feb. 25 on a GoFundMe for Black's funeral expenses, putting the family ahead of the campaign’s $15,000 goal in just three days. Born in Lansdale, Black graduated from Pennridge High School in 2015 and went on to earn his associate degree in criminal justice from …
Victim Killed In Unsolved South Philly Hit-Run Was 'Hardworking Grandfather,' Loved Ones Say Victim Killed In Unsolved South Philly Hit-Run Was 'Hardworking Grandfather,' Loved Ones Say
Victim Killed In Unsolved South Philly Hit-Run Was 'Hardworking Grandfather,' Loved Ones Say Support is surging for a beloved 50-year-old grandfather who was killed after a hit-and-run driver fatally struck him in South Philadelphia last weekend. Jorge Hernandez — a beloved husband, grandfather, and cook — was pronounced dead approximately two hours after a driver hit him as he crossed South Columbus Boulevard around 9:05 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, Philadelphia police said. Now, Hernandez's daughters have launched a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses. "He was a great dad, husband, and grandfather who cared and loved us deeply, and will love us eternally. He spent his life sacri…
Support Rises For Beloved Lehigh Valley Man Killed In Thanksgiving Day Motorcycle Crash Support Rises For Beloved Lehigh Valley Man Killed In Thanksgiving Day Motorcycle Crash
Support Rises For Beloved Lehigh Valley Man Killed In Thanksgiving Day Motorcycle Crash Support is on the rise for a beloved Lehigh Valley man who was killed in a Thanksgiving Day motorcycle crash. John Czuba, 57, was riding a blue Harley Davidson motorcycle when he swerved off the road and crashed into an embankment near 157 Riverview Dr. in Lehigh Township shortly after 3:30 p.m., police said. Czuba, of Danielsville, was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg, where he was pronounced dead, police said. The Lehigh Township Fire Department, Lehigh Township Fire Police, Walnutport Fire Department, Northampton Regional EMS, and NOVA EMS assisted at the scene of the crash, …
Support Surges For South Jersey Woman, 21, Killed In Box Truck Crash Support Surges For South Jersey Woman, 21, Killed In Box Truck Crash
Support Surges For South Jersey Woman, 21, Killed In Box Truck Crash Community support is growing for a 21-year-old killed in a tragic crash last week. Gabrielle Martin of Glassboro died after getting trapped under a box truck in South Jersey, State Police said. The crash occurred about 8:30 a.m. near mile-marker 53.8 on Route 55 northbound in Mantua Township, Gloucester County, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  A GoFundMe page has been set up by Tiffanie Taylor to cover funeral expenses.  Taylor wrote: "She was Beautiful, she touched the lives of those around her. She leaves behind so many people who love her." The page had raised $4…