During Monday’s Borough Council Meeting, Mayor Anthony Court and Ellwood City Police Sergeant Michael McBride recognized numerous officers for their quick response during an active shooter event that occurred in Ellwood City on January 30.
Ellwood City Police Officers Joshua Sipe, Matthew Morabito, William Duaphen, and Matthew Kennedy; Pennsylvania Police Troopers Wier, Burkhart, and Stambul; Shenango Township Police Officers Corporal David Lough and Patrolman Daniel Tressler; Franklin Township Police Officer Matthew Straub; North Sewickley Township Police Officer Brian Watkins; and Lawrence County District Attorney’s SIU Detective Mangino were each given a commendation during the meeting.
The incident occurred on the 200 block of First Street in Ellwood City around 5:18 p.m. Officers on the scene reported hearing four to five gunshots upon their arrival.
According to police, 23-year-old Keegan Tyler Willis-King is facing multiple charges, including homicide and attempted homicide in the death of 42-year-old Krista Knectl. Knectl’s daughter Cassidy Smith, 23, was also shot. Willis-King was reportedly the boyfriend of Smith.
Police said Willis-King came out of an apartment building with a gun before being taken into custody.
The shooting death makes this Ellwood City’s first homicide in approximately eight years.
Officer Sipe was also recognized for a recent incident for his continued efforts in a case involving a case of child abuse of three minor children.
Mayor Court also thanked council for their continued support of the police department.
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