Crime
Mandy Fackler kidnapped and killed by Pinellas County deputy Troy Savetz, who took his own life inside vehicle in Spring Hill
SPRING HILL, Fla. — A Pasco County mother was kidnapped and killed Monday in what authorities described as a horrific domestic violence incident involving a Pinellas County sheriff’s deputy. The deputy later died by suicide, according to officials.
The victim was identified as Mandy Fackler, a mother of two children, ages 9 and 12. The suspect was identified as 47-year-old Deputy Troy Savetz, who had worked for the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for approximately 14 years.
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco and Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri provided additional details during a joint news conference Monday night.
According to Sheriff Nocco, Fackler and her two children had just returned from a trip to the beach when they arrived at their home in Hudson and found Savetz in the front yard.
Authorities said Savetz and Fackler had been involved in a tumultuous, on-again, off-again relationship.
Nocco said an argument began between Savetz and Fackler over a television. During the confrontation, Savetz allegedly took Fackler’s cellphone when she attempted to call 911.
Authorities said Fackler then instructed her children to run inside the home and call 911.
The children followed their mother’s instructions and provided dispatchers with information that helped authorities respond to the emergency.
Nocco praised the children for remaining calm and contacting emergency services despite the terrifying situation.
Law enforcement officers were dispatched to the Hudson residence after receiving the emergency call. However, authorities said Fackler and Savetz had already left by the time officers arrived.
Investigators found the home’s door open and Fackler’s cellphone still at the property.
Detectives subsequently determined that Savetz had allegedly taken Fackler from the residence in a rental vehicle.
Investigators tracked the vehicle to Platinum Drive, where they discovered Savetz and Fackler inside the vehicle, both deceased.
Authorities said the circumstances surrounding the deaths remained under investigation.
Following the incident, Fackler’s two children were placed in the care of their biological father.
Sheriff Nocco expressed his condolences to the children and emphasized that their mother had acted to protect them during the confrontation.
Authorities said the children were not physically harmed in the incident.
According to Sheriff Gualtieri, Savetz had served with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office for 14 years and was assigned to the agency’s Marine Unit.
Gualtieri strongly condemned Savetz’s actions, describing the incident as unacceptable and “inexcusable.”
Officials emphasized that Savetz’s actions were not representative of law enforcement and that he was no longer acting in the capacity of a deputy when he allegedly committed the crimes.
Detectives from the relevant agencies continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Fackler’s death, the alleged kidnapping and Savetz’s subsequent death.
Authorities have not released additional details about the exact circumstances of the killings or provided further information regarding a possible motive.
Officials described the incident as isolated and said the investigation remains active. Additional information is expected to be released as investigators continue reviewing evidence and reconstructing the events leading up to the deaths
ERIE, Pa. — Matthew S. Stone, also known as Matt Stone, has reportedly been identified as the suspected gunman in a deadly mass shooting at a residence on Perry Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The shooting reportedly claimed nine lives, including those of his daughter, Angelina Stone, and her two young children, according to information shared by family members and other reports.
Authorities responded to a residence at 722 Perry Street at approximately 5 p.m. after receiving emergency calls reporting gunfire.
The incident developed into an hours-long standoff before officers entered the home and found multiple victims.
The suspected shooter was also found dead inside the residence, reportedly from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The reported identification of Matthew S. Stone as the suspect has added another painful dimension to a tragedy that has devastated relatives, friends and the wider Erie community. However, the suspect’s identity and the reported family relationships should be treated as unconfirmed unless officially verified by law enforcement.
Angelina Stone, 24, her 5-year-old son, Isiah Hodges, and her nearly 2-year-old daughter, Amari’anna, have reportedly been identified among those killed in the shooting.
Family-shared information and a fundraising appeal described Angelina as pregnant and expecting a baby boy named Kyrie in the coming weeks. The reported deaths of Angelina and her children have left relatives and friends grieving the loss of a young mother and the children whose lives were cut short.
Information shared by family members reportedly identified Matthew S. Stone as Angelina’s father and the person responsible for killing her and her children. However, the information available for this report does not establish that police have officially confirmed the suspect’s identity, the family relationships or the allegations surrounding the deaths.
Lora Roberts, a mother of five and volunteer advocate for people experiencing homelessness, has also reportedly been identified as a victim.
Roberts was known for her community service and was reportedly a former member of the board of directors of Community of Caring, an Erie nonprofit that provides food and shelter to people in need.
According to information shared about the incident, Roberts was reportedly attempting to help a family member escape when she was shot. Her reported death has left five children without their mother and loved ones mourning a woman remembered for her compassion and willingness to help others.
April Miles Pineiro shared a heartfelt tribute remembering Jonathan and Matthew Stone as close childhood friends who helped make her early years unforgettable.
Pineiro recalled meeting the brothers when they were children and quickly becoming part of a close group of neighborhood friends. They spent hours playing outdoors, including hide-and-seek games in which the boys sometimes wore a clown mask to scare their friends.
She remembered how the children continued spending time together through cold and snowy weather and how they walked to the school bus stop together when they learned they would attend the same school.
Pineiro also recalled Jonathan’s childhood crush on her and a memorable visit to a park when playful horseplay on a slide ended with both brothers falling. She described these memories with affection, emphasizing the lasting bond they shared.
In her tribute, Pineiro expressed heartbreak over the reported deaths and promised to cherish their memories.
“I’ll love you ALWAYS AND FOREVER Matthew and Jonathan,” she wrote.
Her words reflected the depth of the friendships and the profound grief being felt by those who knew the brothers.
According to reports, witnesses told investigators that a man fired a handgun outside the residence before entering the home. Two women were initially found dead in the street.
Erie police officers and the department’s SWAT team surrounded the property and attempted to persuade the man inside to surrender. Additional gunshots were reportedly heard while officers remained outside.
Police eventually entered the residence and discovered additional victims in different areas of the home, including children. The suspected shooter was found dead inside, reportedly with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Authorities said there was no continuing threat to the public after the situation was contained.
Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah described the incident as devastating and deeply disturbing for the officers and investigators involved.
“The loss of life is devastating, and the circumstances we are working through are deeply disturbing,” Lorah said.
Mayor Daria Devlin also expressed condolences to the victims’ families and everyone affected by the tragedy, calling it a terrible loss for the community.
The Erie County Coroner’s Office and police investigators remained at the scene late Friday to document evidence and establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Counseling was reportedly being made available to responding officers following the traumatic incident.
The reported deaths of Angelina Stone, her children, Lora Roberts and other victims have left families and friends facing an unimaginable loss.
Community members continue to share tributes, remembering the victims through stories of childhood friendships, family bonds and efforts to help others.
Authorities are working to establish the full sequence of events and confirm the identities and relationships of those involved. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional official information may clarify the reported identity of the suspected shooter and the circumstances leading to the deadly incident.