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Tragic Firework Incident Claims Life in Erie County, Investigation Underway

In Erie County, Pennsylvania, a tragic accident occurred Sunday morning when a man died from injuries sustained in a firework-related explosion. The incident underscores ongoing concerns related to the safe handling of fireworks, especially with the rising numbers of injuries each year. Pennsylvania State Police, along with the Union City Fire Department and other local fire crews, were called to the site on Hanlin Cross Road at about 10:15 a.m. after reports of an explosion. …

Avoiding Life Sentence, Erie Shooter Pleads Guilty to Third-Degree Murder and Aggravated Assault

Erie, PA – A birthday celebration turned deadly at an Erie nightclub, resulting in a guilty plea from the son of the birthday woman. Shannon D. Goodwin, 23, admitted to third-degree murder and aggravated assault in connection with the shooting at Metroplex in December 2022. The incident left one man dead and another injured. The fatal shooting occurred during a private birthday party for Goodwin’s mother. An altercation broke out, prompting Goodwin to fire at …

Dynamite Dock in Point Place unveils as Lake Erie water forced out of Western Basin

POINT PLACE, Ohio – Residents of Point Place in Ohio were surprised to discover a phenomenon known as the ‘Dynamite Dock.’ The ‘Dynamite Dock’ was revealed as Lake Erie water was pushed out of the Western Basin, creating a unique and picturesque scene that attracted many onlookers. The unusual event took place when a combination of factors such as strong winds, low atmospheric pressure, and the alignment of the moon resulted in a rare occurrence. …

Erie Crime Spree Culprits Sentenced to Decades in Prison: How the Investigation Unfolded and Justice Prevailed

ERIE, Pa. – Erie police have finally concluded the years-long investigation of a series of drug-related robberies that resulted in the deaths of two individuals in the summer of 2018. The victims, Calvin Isaiah, 24, and Phillip Anthony Clark, 44, were shot and killed during the violent robberies for drugs and money. The three defendants, Raeshawn D. McCallum, 24, Destin A. Dortch, 22, and Christopher J. Bridges, 22, were convicted in November and received harsh …