Author: Living Legends

Juan “Johnny” Sanchez dies in fatal Inglewood shooting Fatal Inglewood shooting death of Juan Sanchez – Obituary Juan “Johnny” Sanchez, 48, was fatally shot while attempting to stop thieves from stealing a catalytic converter in Inglewood.   Authorities reported that the incident took place around 3:22 a.m. on February 25 in the 1000 block of North Chester Avenue. Sanchez confronted two individuals attempting to remove the catalytic converter from a neighbor’s vehicle when one of the suspects shot him in the chest. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.   The Inglewood Police Department launched an investigation, reviewing surveillance…

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of police and emergency crews have taped off a crime scene after reports of a shooting in Wilkes-Barre Saturday afternoon. Police were called to the area of Schiel’s Family Market on Hanover Street around 2:15 p.m. for a reported shooting. Report It! Local and state police could be seen investigating and putting up crime scene tape as emergency crews blocked off the area. Several yellow evidence markers could be seen in the parking lot of the store as police gathered around the entrance. This is an active scene. 28/22 News will bring you the…

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Parade Day is here in Scranton! 28/22 News wants you to share your photos and videos from the parade festivities. Sharing your pictures is easy. Go to our Report It! page and submit. And remember, let’s keep it classy, NEPA. Send Us You Scranton Parade Photos Here! For over 60 years, Scranton has been hosting the parade. It’s almost like a holiday in the Electric City as tens of thousands of people come out and line the streets of downtown to celebrate. We want to see how you show off your Irish pride, even if…

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti unveiling a surprise Friday night ahead of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Green lights have been put into the top of gothic wheel windows at Scranton City Hall atop the bell tower. This marks the first time that the tower lights have been lit in decades , according to the release. This is a part of the $4.7 million restoration project aimed at preserving the 137-year-old historic city landmark. The last major renovation of City Hall happened in 1980, the year before it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.…

Jaquai Thompson dies in fatal Harris County shooting Fatal Harris County shooting death of Jaquai Thompson – Obituary A tragic shooting in west Harris County on Thursday night claimed the life of 14-year-old Jaquai Thompson, a student at Rowe Middle School. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which involved a large gathering of teenagers.   Jaquai, who was known for his love of sports and spending time outdoors, was deeply cherished by his family. His cousin, Kelvin Sarver, expressed his heartbreak, recalling how Jaquai visited his home daily and was close to his children.   The shooting…

Roy Herrin dies in fatal Laurel motel incident Fatal Laurel motel death of Roy Herrin – Obituary Authorities have identified Roy Herrin as the man found dead in a motel room in Laurel on Thursday. The case has been labeled as suspicious by law enforcement.   Jones County Coroner Burl Hal confirmed Herrin’s identity after his body was discovered at the Executive Inn & Suites on Sawmill Road around noon. Officers from the Laurel Police Department responded to the scene and found his body inside one of the rooms.   Herrin’s remains have been sent to the state Crime Lab…

William D. Mattison Jr. dies in fatal Syracuse trash can discovery Fatal Syracuse trash can death of William D. Mattison Jr. – Obituary Syracuse police have identified the 55-year-old man whose body was found in a trash can on Hartson Street. The deceased man, William D. Mattison Jr. of Syracuse, was discovered on the afternoon of February 27, 2025, around 12:30 p.m.   A local homeowner found the body, and a 911 caller informed authorities that the trash can was from a different street. While police have not released the cause of death, the Onondaga County District Attorney has stated…

Edwin B. Coreas dies in fatal Hasbrouck Heights crash Fatal Hasbrouck Heights crash death of Edwin B. Coreas – Obituary Authorities have confirmed the identity of the driver who died in a tragic multi-vehicle collision on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights. Edwin B. Coreas, 30, of Bogota, tragically lost his life in the crash that occurred around 6:20 p.m. on March 6, 2025.   Coreas was behind the wheel of an Isuzu box truck when he collided with another vehicle, sparking a chain reaction that involved two additional cars. Coreas was pronounced dead at the scene. Several individuals from the…

Jesus Armando Mendez Berry dies in fatal Fond du Lac police shooting Fatal Fond du Lac police shooting death of Jesus Armando Mendez Berry – Obituary Jesus Armando Mendez Berry, 26, was fatally shot by a Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office deputy on February 25 after allegedly brandishing a pellet gun during an encounter with law enforcement.   According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Berry had called the sheriff’s office to turn himself in for an outstanding warrant. However, when deputies arrived, he reportedly did not comply with their commands and later pulled out what was later identified…

Jose Alcazar dies in fatal Ravenswood house fire Fatal Ravenswood house fire death of Jose Alcazar – Obituary An 81-year-old man, identified as Jose Alcazar, lost his life in a house fire that broke out in Chicago’s Ravenswood neighborhood Thursday evening.   Chicago Fire Department crews responded to the blaze in the 5100 block of North Oakley Avenue around 5:30 p.m. The fire produced intense flames and heavy smoke that spread across multiple blocks.   Alcazar was rescued from the attic of the home and transported to Swedish Covenant Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, according to fire officials.…