Crime
17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti killed after shooting at Wawa in Monroe County
The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred shortly after 8:00 p.m. in Stroudsburg.
According to an official release, officers responded to multiple reports of a shooting at the Wawa on West Main Street.
Upon arrival, police discovered 17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.
Officers administered lifesaving measures until EMS arrived, but Sorrenti later succumbed to his injuries at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Preliminary investigations indicate the incident began as a verbal altercation inside the store, escalating into a physical confrontation involving multiple individuals.
During the altercation, the suspect reportedly produced a handgun and fired a single shot before fleeing the scene.
The Monroe County Coroner’s Office pronounced Sorrenti deceased at the hospital just before 11:00 p.m.
An autopsy is scheduled later this week to determine the exact cause of death.
Authorities have stated this was an isolated incident, and the Stroud Area Regional Police Department will lead the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Stroud Area Regional Police Department.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.