Crime
Woman 6 months pregnant killed after shooting outside Wawa in Delaware County
Authorities have arrested 30-year-old Evelena Williams in connection with the shooting.
UPDATE: Delaware County investigators have released new details surrounding a deadly shooting incident that occurred at a Wawa store, resulting in the tragic loss of a pregnant woman and her unborn child.
The victim, identified as Latoya Davis, was found fatally wounded in the side parking lot of the Wawa with a gunshot wound to her upper torso.
Authorities have arrested 30-year-old Evelena Williams in connection with the shooting.
According to charging documents, Williams fired the fatal shot as Davis was attempting to flee the scene.
Williams remained at the scene after the shooting, informing police that she had shot Davis. She is a licensed firearm carrier, and the weapon used in the crime was recovered from the scene.
Williams faces multiple charges, including first- and third-degree murder of both Davis and her unborn child, criminal homicide, recklessly endangering another person, and other related offenses.
Investigators are continuing to investigate the circumstances that led to the deadly confrontation between Davis and Williams.
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A tragic shooting incident occurred Saturday evening in the parking lot of a Wawa store located in the 900 block of McDade Boulevard in Collingdale, Pennsylvania.
The incident resulted in the death of a pregnant woman.
The victim, identified as LaToya, was fatally wounded shortly before 7:30 PM. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene.
The incident was captured on surveillance cameras, and LaToya’s loved ones were present at the scene.
Authorities believe that a confrontation in the parking lot may have escalated into violence, leading to the shooting. A
person of interest was detained by police for questioning following the incident.
However, no further information has been released regarding this individual.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the local police department.
LaToya was a beloved member of her community, known for her kindness, love, and infectious laughter. Her untimely death has left a profound void in the lives of her family, friends, and loved ones.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of students and community members are mourning the death of Erik Spencer, who was fatally shot at a shopping center in Jefferson City on November 1.
Authorities have confirmed Spencer’s death but have not yet released details regarding the individual responsible for the shooting.
Multiple witness accounts suggest the shooter may have been a white male, reportedly described by some as a possible off-duty police officer.
According to witnesses, the incident occurred as Erik and his girlfriend were leaving a store when a verbal argument broke out between them.
The male individual allegedly intervened, despite being told that the situation was under control.
Moments later, witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, striking Erik.
Friends and witnesses at the scene stated that Erik did not pose any threat to the shooter and that the confrontation escalated unnecessarily.
Law enforcement agencies have not confirmed the shooter’s identity, whether he is affiliated with law enforcement, or if he has been detained or turned himself in.
The Jefferson City Police Department and local investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Community members have since gathered for vigils and memorials to honor Erik’s memory as the investigation remains active and ongoing.