Crime
Tragic Shooting at Wawa in Monroe County Claims the Life of 17-Year-Old Garrett Sorrenti
The Stroud Area Regional Police Department has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred around 8:00 p.m. in Stroudsburg.
According to an official statement, officers were dispatched to the Wawa convenience store located on West Main Street in response to multiple reports of gunfire.
Upon arriving at the scene, police found 17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck. Officers immediately rendered lifesaving aid until emergency medical services (EMS) arrived. Despite their efforts, Sorrenti was transported to Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Preliminary findings suggest the tragic event stemmed from a verbal dispute that began inside the store. The altercation escalated into a physical confrontation involving several individuals. During the conflict, the suspect reportedly brandished a handgun and fired a single shot before fleeing the scene.
The Monroe County Coroner’s Office officially pronounced Sorrenti deceased at the hospital shortly before 11:00 p.m. An autopsy is scheduled later this week to confirm the precise cause of death.
Police have indicated that this appears to be an isolated incident. The Stroud Area Regional Police Department has taken charge of the investigation and continues to gather evidence and leads.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Stroud Area Regional Police Department. Your assistance could be crucial in bringing the responsible individual to justice.
Crime
Two Dead, Two Injured in Marion Shooting; Authorities Identify One Victim as 16-Year-Old Kaiden Allen
MARION, S.C. — Two individuals were killed and two others wounded in a shooting that occurred Thursday night in Marion, prompting a large multi-agency response, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies were dispatched to the scene on Tubello Court following reports of gunfire at approximately 7:21 p.m.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered four individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. As of 9:00 p.m., two of the victims were confirmed deceased.
One of the deceased has been identified as 16-year-old Kaiden Allen.
The crime scene remained active late into the night, with updates confirming that it was still being processed as of 10:22 p.m.
A coordinated response involved personnel from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, its K-9 Unit, the Marion and Mullins Police Departments, federal law enforcement agencies, and agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Authorities have not yet released the identities or conditions of the two surviving victims.
Investigators have also not commented on a potential motive or whether any suspects have been identified or taken into custody.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward by calling 843-423-8399. The investigation remains ongoing.