The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred shortly after 8:00 p.m. in Stroudsburg. Officers responded to multiple reports of a shooting at the Wawa on West Main Street. Upon arrival, police found 17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck. Officers provided lifesaving measures until EMS arrived, but unfortunately, Sorrenti succumbed to his injuries later that evening at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the incident began as a verbal altercation inside the store, which escalated into a physical confrontation involving multiple individuals. During this altercation, the suspect reportedly drew a handgun and fired a single shot before fleeing the scene. The Monroe County Coroner’s Office pronounced Sorrenti deceased at the hospital just before 11:00 p.m., and an autopsy is scheduled for later this week to confirm the exact cause of death.
Authorities have described this as an isolated incident, and the Stroud Area Regional Police Department is leading the ongoing investigation. They are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in solving the case.
The death of Garrett Sorrenti has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving family, friends, and local residents in mourning. The loss of such a young life is a stark reminder of the dangers posed by escalating confrontations and the tragic consequences that can follow. As the investigation continues, the police department remains committed to uncovering the full details of the incident and ensuring that those responsible are held accountable.
This tragic event underscores the importance of community cooperation in addressing and preventing violence. The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is dedicated to working diligently to bring justice to Garrett Sorrenti and his grieving family. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available, and the authorities continue to seek answers and bring closure to this devastating case.
