STROUDSBURG, Pa. — A fatal shooting at a Wawa convenience store on West Main Street in Stroudsburg claimed the life of 17-year-old Garrett Sorrenti on Monday night. Authorities have arrested 25-year-old Andrew Quattrochi of Bushkill in connection with the incident, which police believe stemmed from a verbal dispute that turned violent.
Stroud Area Regional Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire at around 8:00 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found Sorrenti suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck. They immediately began lifesaving efforts until emergency medical services arrived. Despite these efforts, Sorrenti was pronounced dead at Lehigh Valley Hospital just before 11:00 p.m., according to the Monroe County Coroner’s Office.
Initial investigations revealed that the altercation began inside the Wawa, where an argument escalated into a physical confrontation involving multiple individuals. During the fight, Quattrochi allegedly pulled out a handgun and fired a single shot before fleeing the scene. Authorities classified the incident as isolated and assured the public that there is no ongoing threat.
Quattrochi was apprehended shortly after the shooting and is now in police custody. While no charges have been formally announced, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to piece together the events leading to the deadly encounter. An autopsy is scheduled for later this week to confirm Sorrenti’s exact cause of death.
The tragic death of Garrett Sorrenti has left the Stroudsburg community reeling. Friends, family, and community members have expressed shock and sorrow over the young man’s untimely death, calling for justice and reflecting on the senseless nature of the violence. Vigils and tributes are being organized to honor Sorrenti’s memory as the community grapples with the loss.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The Stroud Area Regional Police Department emphasized the importance of community cooperation in solving the case, with tips being accepted anonymously. As the investigation continues, residents are left mourning a life cut short and seeking answers in the wake of the tragedy.