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Pennsylvania man fatally shoots friend during argument related to video game, district attorney says

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November 10, 2024

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Pennsylvania man fatally shoots friend during argument related to video game, district attorney says

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A man was arrested after allegedly shooting and killing his friend during an argument related to a video game in Phoenixville, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday night.

According to the release from the DA, Holden Hoffsis, 21, of Phoenixville, was charged with first-degree murder, third-degree murder, and other related charges in the death of Daniel Gray.

Schuylkill Township police responded to a home on Westhorpe Lane in Phoenixville before 3:30 a.m. Friday for a shooting, according to a criminal complaint.

Officials said investigators determined that Hoffsis shot his friend, Gray, in the chest during an argument related to a video game.

Marijuana and drug packaging material was found in Hoffsis’ room, officials said. Investigators also found a bag of suspected cocaine, according to the release.

“This case is another sad example of how the mix of drugs and guns leads to violence and death,” said Chester County District Attorney Christopher de Barrena-Sarobe.

Police also found a silver revolver. Hoffsis is being held without bail at the Chester County Prison.

“I am grateful for the assistance of the Chester County Detectives and the District Attorney’s Office,” said Schuylkill Township Police Chief William Fitzsimons. “Together we will get justice for the victim and his family.”

Taleisha Newbill

Taleisha Newbill is a digital content producer at CBS Philadelphia. Taleisha has previously worked at NBC affiliate WOWT and FOX 42/KPTM in Omaha, Nebraska. She covers breaking news, crime, entertainment and feel-good stories.

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Multi-vehicle crash closes Pennsylvania Turnpike at I-95

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November 12, 2024

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Multi-vehicle crash closes Pennsylvania Turnpike at I-95

A multi-vehicle crash closed the Pennsylvania Turnpike at I-95 in Bucks County, officials said.

The crash occurred in the westbound lanes of the turnpike at milepost 351.5 Tuesday morning. Officials have not yet revealed the cause of the crash or if anyone was seriously injured.

Footage from SkyForce10 showed a badly damaged truck at the scene of the crash.

The turnpike is currently closed between I-95 southbound (Exit 40) and the Bensalem Interchange (Exit 351) due to the crash. Detours are currently in place at the following locations:

I-95 South (5.2 miles)
Exit 35, PA 63 West/Woodhaven Rd (3.2 miles)
US 1 North toward Morrisville onto Roosevelt Blvd (2.5 miles)
Re-enter the PA Turnpike at Bensalem Interchange (Exit 351)

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

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Pennsylvania dad charged with tampering with evidence in 2-year-old son’s death

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November 12, 2024

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A father has been charged after authorities said his girlfriend killed his 2-year-old son in Fayette County.

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Senate race in Pa. between Casey, McCormick still too close to call

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November 11, 2024

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Senate race in Pa. between Casey, McCormick still too close to call

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Nearly a week after the 2024 election, ABC News has still not projected a winner in the race for Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate seat.

Incumbent Democrat Bob Casey and Republican challenger Dave McCormick are now separated by about 40,000 votes.

McCormick declared victory after the Associated Press projected him the winner last week.

But, Casey’s campaign said Monday there are still 100,000 more votes to count.

And, they believe, those votes could tip the race in his favor.

Coverage of the 2024 race at 6abc.com/Election

If the margin gets smaller, it could end up in a recount. Pennsylvania requires automatic recounts if the margin of victory is equal to 0.5 percent or less.

Any statewide recount must be ordered by the secretary of the commonwealth by November 14.

Meanwhile, Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer says McCormick isn’t invited to orientation for new senators this week because the race is not yet decided.

But, several Republican senators are vowing to personally escort McCormick to the ceremony.

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