Gunman on the Loose - Three Dead, Suspect Believed to be Held Up in Trenton Home

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16/03/2024 18h12

In a shocking turn of events, a violent rampage in Falls Township, Pennsylvania has left three people dead and a suspect believed to be barricaded with hostages in a home in Trenton. The incident began on Saturday morning when Andre Gordon, 26, allegedly forced his way into a residence on Viewpoint Lane in Falls Township, fatally shooting his 52-year-old stepmother and 13-year-old sister.

According to authorities, three other individuals, including a minor, managed to hide and escape harm in the home. Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn confirmed that the victims all had a connection to Gordon.

After the initial shooting, Gordon reportedly fled the scene in a stolen vehicle. He then arrived at another residence on Edgewood Lane where he forced entry and fatally shot 25-year-old Taylor Daniel, the mother of his two children. Four additional people were inside the house, and one person sustained injuries after being struck by Gordon with a rifle.

Following the second shooting, Gordon carjacked a 44-year-old male driver at gunpoint outside a Dollar General store in Morrisville. He made his getaway in the driver's dark gray Honda CRV. Shortly afterward, the stolen vehicle was found unoccupied in Trenton, New Jersey, prompting law enforcement to initiate a search for Gordon.

Authorities have now identified the suspect as Andre Gordon and believe he is homeless, having ties to Trenton. He is considered armed and dangerous. Gordon is believed to be barricaded inside a residence on the 100 block of Miller Street in Trenton, with reports suggesting that multiple hostages may be held inside.

As a precautionary measure, a shelter-in-place order was issued to residents in Falls Township, urging them to stay indoors. The order was later lifted after the situation in Trenton began to unfold.

Governor Josh Shapiro has been briefed on the ongoing incident and has directed Pennsylvania State Police to collaborate with local law enforcement and offer any necessary support. The motive behind the shooting spree remains unclear at this time.

Law enforcement agencies, including SWAT teams, are currently surrounding the Trenton home where Gordon is believed to be holed up. Negotiators have been deployed in an attempt to resolve the situation peacefully and ensure the safety of any potential hostages.

The investigation into this tragic series of events is ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information regarding Gordon's whereabouts or the incidents to come forward. As the community waits for a resolution, they are left grappling with the devastating loss of three lives and the uncertainty surrounding the hostages held inside the Trenton residence.

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