Crime
15-year-old Brailynn Johnson killed after shooting in Williamsport
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Brailynn Johnson of Williamsport, who was shot in the early morning hours of November 1 near the intersection of Park Place and First Avenue, according to the Lycoming County Coroner’s Office and the Williamsport Bureau of Police.
Emergency responders transported Johnson to UPMC Susquehanna Williamsport Hospital, where he was rushed into surgery.
Despite extensive medical efforts, he died in the operating room at 1:27 a.m. from uncontrolled blood loss, Coroner Charles Kiessling confirmed.
An autopsy conducted at Forensic Pathology Associates in Allentown determined that Johnson died as a result of a single gunshot wound to the abdomen.
The manner of death has been officially ruled a homicide.
As of Monday, no suspects have been identified or taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Johnson’s death.
Authorities also noted that Johnson’s killing occurred just hours after another 15-year-old boy was shot twice in the chest at a house party only a few blocks away.
That victim survived the attack.
Investigators have not confirmed whether the two shootings are related.
The Williamsport Bureau of Police is urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation remains active and ongoing.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.