Crime
16-Year-Old Eric Krassman wanted for the murder of Darrell Love Jr in Beaver Falls
Krassman is facing charges of Criminal Homicide and Possession of a Firearm by a Minor.
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. – The Beaver Falls Police Department has issued an alert for 16-year-old Eric Anthony Krassman Jr., who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday night in the city.
According to a statement from Police Chief David Johnson, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of 13th Street following reports of a male with a gunshot wound.
Upon arrival, authorities discovered 16-year-old Darrell Love Jr., who had suffered a gunshot wound to the head.
Love was transported to a Pittsburgh hospital for emergency medical treatment but tragically succumbed to his injuries. The Allegheny County Coroner has confirmed his identity.
Through their investigation, detectives determined that Love was shot by Krassman Jr., who fled the scene before law enforcement arrived.
Krassman is facing charges of Criminal Homicide and Possession of a Firearm by a Minor.
Krassman Jr. is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, with blue eyes and weighing around 120 pounds.
Authorities have cautioned the public not to approach him, as he is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information about Krassman’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Beaver Falls Police Department at 724-775-0880. Tips can also be submitted anonymously.
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
Police are working diligently to locate the suspect and ensure the safety of the community. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.