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Victims killed in Redding mass shooting identified

In addition to the two fatalities, three other individuals were injured during the shooting.

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Redding, California (October 9, 2024) – The Shasta County Coroner’s Office has identified the victims of a double-homicide mass shooting that occurred on Friday, October 4th.

According to the Coroner’s Office, Isaiah Jacob Stanley, 22, and Winfred Avant Jr., also known as “Bookie,” 30, both of Redding, were tragically killed in the shooting.

A Deputy Coroner Investigator was dispatched to the scene of the shooting on Meadowbrook Drive at approximately 10:30 p.m. on the night of the incident.

Emergency personnel pronounced both men deceased at the scene.

In addition to the two fatalities, three other individuals were injured during the shooting.

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Authorities confirmed that two of the injured victims have since been released from the hospital, while one female victim remains hospitalized.

The Redding Police Department and the Shasta County Coroner’s Office are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the double homicide.


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Victims killed in Beaver County shooting identified

Authorities have not disclosed further information about the couple or the nature of the incident.

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Michelle Tomecsko Hunt and her husband, Bill Hunt

Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting incident in North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, that left two people dead and two others injured on Sunday night.

The shooting occurred on Shaffer Road, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement. Emergency medical teams arrived on the scene, and the two injured individuals were airlifted to a nearby hospital via medical helicopter for treatment. Their conditions remain undisclosed.

North Sewickley Police confirmed on Monday morning that the incident was contained, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

However, they have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or potential suspects.

The two victims who lost their lives have been identified as Michelle Tomecsko Hunt and her husband, Bill Hunt.

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Authorities have not disclosed further information about the couple or the nature of the incident.

The incident has left the small, close-knit community in shock. Jennifer Lanham, who works nearby, shared her disbelief.

“Everybody here knows everybody. We’re a very tight-knit community. Everybody looks out for one another. This is a tragedy beyond compare for our town,” Lanham said.

Lanham recounted how one of her employees informed her that police had requested nearby businesses to close as a precaution.

“It’s really hard to wrap your head around something like this. A multiple homicide in a small town—it’s staggering. You just don’t hear about things like this happening here,” she added.

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Law enforcement has not yet provided details on the motive or any suspects involved in the shooting. The investigation remains active, and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the case.

Further updates will be provided as authorities release more information about this tragic event.


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